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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 LeslieLMG
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Uploaded Sep 2, 2014. Captured Jul 9, 2014 22:47 in CKGR, Botswana.
  • Canon PowerShot SX280 HS
  • f/6.8
  • 1/159s
  • ISO80
  • 90mm