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Wildebeest  Blue wildebeest,Connochaetes taurinus Click/tap to enlarge

Wildebeest

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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 RBEDw2
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Uploaded Jan 23, 2015. Captured May 17, 2013 19:02.
  • FinePix S4600
  • f/8.0
  • 1/32s
  • ISO64
  • 111.8mm