What is another word for Genus Saiga?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs sˈe͡ɪɡə] (IPA) 
Genus Saiga refers to a group of critically endangered antelopes native to the grassland steppes and semi-arid regions of Eurasia. Synonyms for the Genus Saiga include the Saiga tatarica, Saiga antelope, and the Central Asian saiga. These synonyms all refer specifically to the Saiga antelope species, which is the only surviving member of the Genus Saiga. With distinctive long, humped noses, these antelopes once roamed the vast grasslands in great numbers, but now face huge population declines due to habitat loss, overhunting, and disease outbreaks. The conservation of the Genus Saiga is crucial for the preservation of these iconic and historic creatures.
