The Blue Duiker is petite in size, with a sleek coat, and tiny build. It is the world’s smallest antelope and is one of Africa's most delicate and elusive species. They are recognized for their subtle beauty and shy nature. 

The Blue Duiker forms part of the Tiny Ten collection and is a special hunt, commonly found in thick forest or coast areas.

A full mount of the Blue Duiker is the preferred mount type for capturing its petite build and delicate features.

Blue Duiker Taxidermy FAQ's

Why is it called a Blue Duiker?

While Blue Duikers are not actually blue, their grey/brown coat takes on a bluish sheen in certain lights. The Afrikaans word 'duiker' translates to 'diver' in English, which refers to this species' behaviour, as they tend to dive headfirst into thick bushes or undergrowth to hide from predators.

Is a Blue Duiker a deer?

No, Blue Duikers do not form a part of the deer family, known as Cervidae. Blue Duikers belong to the antelope family and are native to Sub-Saharan Africa.

What is Blue Duiker habitat?

Blue duikers reside in shaded forests, where thickets are dense and the cover is plentiful. They rely on camouflage as a survival technique, which is why they typically avoid open areas. As a species that is native to sub-Saharan Africa, they thrive in humid climates that receive a lot of rainfall, as this produces bountiful fruit and dense vegetation.

What sound does a Blue Duiker make?

Blue duikers are not very vocal animals, however, they do have a distinct whistle or peeping call to signal danger or call out for their mothers.

How do you pronounce Blue Duiker?

Duiker is an Afrikaans word which translates to 'diver' in English. It is pronounced day-ker.