Black Faced Impala - Stare of Innocence

An adult Black Faced Impala ewe stares into the lens with purity and innocence. Photographed in the wilds of Namibia, southwestern Africa.

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Ferdy Christant

Lion

A fantastic clean image. It fits the species well, I've always found Impalas to be very beautiful, never a hair out of place and such clear and distinct drawings. Posted 5 years ago
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  Lion
  
  Thanks a lot Ferdy. You are absolutely correct, they do take care of themselves in a proper and delightful way. Posted 5 years ago

DonTX

Bullet Ant

Fantastic image of a beautiful creature. Great job! Posted 5 years ago
1. Living Wild
  
  Lion
  
  Thanks a lot Don, really appreciate the comment. Posted 5 years ago

The Black-faced Impala

The Black-faced Impala is a subspecies of the impala native to Angola and Namibia. It is not hard to tell it apart from the common impala, being significantly larger and having a black facial marking. It is also found in different locations than the common impala. While the species as a whole is not endangered, this subspecies has come close to extinction. In 1968–1971, 310 individuals were transferred to Etosha National Park for better protection, and their number is steadily increasing. However,.. more

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Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates

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