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Oryx Also known as Gemsbok Gemsbok,Oryx gazella Click/tap to enlarge

Oryx

Also known as Gemsbok

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The gemsbok or gemsbuck is a large antelope in the ''Oryx'' genus. It is native to the arid regions of southern Africa, but formerly some authorities included the East African Oryx as a subspecies. Its current population in South Africa is 373,000.

Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates
Species identified by Malcolm Budden
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By Malcolm Budden

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Uploaded Jun 20, 2016. Captured Feb 23, 2012 09:48.
  • Canon EOS 60D
  • f/6.3
  • 1/664s
  • ISO160
  • 400mm