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Wildebeest3 Taken in Kruger, South Africa Blue wildebeest,Connochaetes taurinus,South Africa Click/tap to enlarge

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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 stephen whittaker
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By stephen whittaker

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Uploaded Oct 5, 2014. Captured Oct 11, 2013 09:13.
  • NIKON D90
  • f/18.0
  • 10/4000s
  • ISO3200
  • 230mm