In total, there are 11 species of gazelles, antelopes and deer on Sir Bani Yas Island. Gazelles, antelopes and deer are among the most commonly sighted animals on the island and can be found roaming the open plains and grasslands of island. The species of gazelles that are found on the island are the Arabian Sand Gazelle and the Arabian Mountain Gazelle. The three species of deer on the island are the Red Deer, the Fallow Deer, and the Axis Deer. You will also come across the six species of antelopes; the Indian Antelope, the Scimitar-Horned Oryx, the Arabian Oryx, Patterson's Eland, the Gemsbok, and the Beisa Oryx.