The blackbuck is a striking antelope native to the Indian subcontinent, primarily found in India and parts of Nepal and Pakistan; males are known for their dark, almost black upper coats and long, spiraled horns, while females are lighter and hornless or have short horns. They inhabit open grasslands, scrublands, and lightly wooded areas, where their agility and speed help them evade predators. Historically widespread, blackbuck populations declined due to habitat loss and hunting, but conservation efforts and protected areas have helped stabilize and, in some regions, increase their numbers.