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Wildebeest stares in camera at Tarangire, Tanzania One of between 1 and 1.6 million wildebeests to make the migration north during the dry season. Africa,Blue wildebeest,Connochaetes taurinus,Tanzania,Tarangire,Tarangire National Park Click/tap to enlarge

Wildebeest stares in camera at Tarangire, Tanzania

One of between 1 and 1.6 million wildebeests to make the migration north during the dry season.

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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
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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By Ferdy Christant

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Uploaded Oct 24, 2013. Captured Aug 30, 2013 16:41.
  • NIKON D800
  • f/5.6
  • 1/800s
  • ISO1400
  • 400mm