/r/OkapiParadise
A subreddit devoted entirely to the okapi - a ungulate mammal related to the giraffes, and native to central Africa.
The other giraffid artiodactyl mammal - Okapia johnstoni, native to the Ituri Rainforest in the northeast Democratic Republic of the Congo.
External links:
The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species
Animal subreddits you may enjoy:
/r/OkapiParadise
https://toutleworld.com/the-okapi-africas-elusive-forest-dweller/
Discover the fascinating story of the Okapi, a rare artiodactyl mammal found only in central Africa. This video explores the discovery of the Okapi in 1901 by British explorer Sir Harry Johnston and its taxonomic name, Okapia johnstoni. For generations, native pygmies in central Africa had known about this animal, believed to be a type of horse. However, it was later revealed that the Okapi is actually a forest-dwelling relative of the giraffe. Join us as we delve into the mysterious world of the Okapi and uncover its intriguing secrets.
I have loved Okapis since I was a kid and we “adopted” one at Brookfield Zoo in Chicago. I have always felt this was one of the most under-appreciated animals in the world. Just a beautiful, peaceful animal.
I have LOVED the okapi since I was a toddler. (And this is coming from a family who can't tell the difference between a dog and a cat). So I wanted to ask you okapi lovers a few questions