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The lechwe, or southern lechwe, is an antelope found in Botswana, Zambia, southeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, northeastern Namibia, and eastern Angola, especially in the Okavango Delta, Kafue Flats and Bangweulu Swamps.

Lechwe stand 90 to 100 cm at the shoulder and weigh from 70 to 120 kg . They are golden brown with white bellies. Males are darker in colour, but general hue varies depending on subspecies. The long, spiral-structured horns are vaguely lyre-shaped,.. more

Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates
Species identified by Msalicat
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Uploaded Sep 28, 2014. Captured Sep 27, 2014 15:27 in Erasmus Street, Hopetown, 8750, South Africa.
  • PENTAX K-5 II
  • f/11.0
  • 1/500s
  • ISO200
  • 200mm