What is the habitat of the okapi?
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The okapi is native to the dense rainforests of the Congo Basin in central Africa. These forests are characterized by a humid and warm climate with heavy rainfall and dense vegetation. Okapi prefer to live in areas with plenty of cover, such as in the understory of the forest, and are rarely found in open spaces.
The okapi inhabits the dense, tropical rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo, particularly in the Ituri Forest in the northeast region of the country. They prefer areas with dense vegetation and access to streams or rivers. Okapis are adapted to living in a specialized niche, known as the "Okapi Zone," which has a distinct microclimate and vegetation structure.