
The blue wildebeest is a large antelope and one of the two species of wildebeest. It is placed in the genus "Connochaetes" and family Bovidae and has a close taxonomic relationship with the black wildebeest. The blue wildebeest is known to have five subspecies. This broad-shouldered antelope has a muscular, front-heavy appearance, with a distinctive robust muzzle.
Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates
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Uploaded Feb 21, 2013. Captured Feb 18, 2013 10:32 in R62, South Cape DC, South Africa.
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