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A baby antelope takes between five and ten minutes to
be born. During this time, it is difficult for the mother to
move, and she is defenseless against her enemies. But while
she gives birth, the mother is not alone. All the while there is
another female at her side to provide support and protection.
From the moment it is born, the baby has no time to
lose. The mother immediately nudges it with her nose to get
it to take some steps. But its legs are
