n.叉角羚

原形：pronghorn复数：pronghorns

The pronghorn, scientifically known as Antilocapra americana, is the fastest land animal in North America.
叉角羚，学名Antilocapra americana，是北美洲速度最快的陆地动物。
Pronghorns are often spotted grazing in the vast grasslands of the American West.
在广阔的美国西部草原上，经常可以看到叉角羚吃草。
They have distinctive horns that curve forward and upward, resembling a prong.
它们有着独特的向前和向上弯曲的角，看起来像一个叉。
The pronghorn's unique antelope-like appearance makes it a popular subject for wildlife photographers.
叉角羚的独特羚羊般的外观使其成为野生动物摄影师的热门拍摄对象。
During mating season, males engage in fierce competitions using their sharp horns to establish dominance.
繁殖季节，雄性会用它们锋利的角进行激烈的争斗，以确立统治地位。
Pronghorns have an incredible speed, capable of reaching up to 60 miles per hour (97 km/h) over short distances.
叉角羚有着惊人的速度，能在短距离内达到每小时60英里。
Despite their speed, pronghorns are well adapted to life on the open plains, with strong legs for long-distance running.
尽管速度快，但叉角羚很好地适应了开阔平原的生活，有强壮的腿适合长距离奔跑。
Their diet primarily consists of grasses, but they also eat leaves, flowers, and small plants.
它们的主要食物是草，但也吃树叶、花朵和小植物。
Pronghorns are an endangered species in some parts of the United States due to habitat loss and hunting pressure.
由于栖息地丧失和狩猎压力，在美国的一些地区，叉角羚被列为濒危物种。
Conservation efforts are underway to protect and increase the pronghorn population in these vulnerable areas.
正在开展保护措施，以增加这些易受威胁地区的叉角羚数量。