Etymology:
The word "antelope" is derived from the Greek word "antholops," meaning "flower-eye." The ancient Greeks believed that antelopes had flowers in their eyes.
Meaning and Origin:
Meaning: Pronghorn antelope; any of various even-toed ungulates of the family Bovidae; including the pronghorn antelope of North America, the impalas and kudus of Africa, and the gazelles of Eurasia and North Africa.
Origin:
The Bovidae family, which includes antelopes, has its origins in Africa, Asia, and North America. Fossil evidence suggests that the earliest antelope species appeared around 20 million years ago. The species then spread to other parts of the world, including Europe and South America.
Today, there are over 90 known species of antelopes,分布在非洲、亚洲、欧洲和北美洲。
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