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Aepyceros melampus
A medium sized, graceful antelope. Impala reaches some 80cm in height in shoulders, and has a long neck and a smooth short rufous-brown coat. Coat begins to pale toward lower flanks and belly, with underparts being whitish. Ears and head also show the white and rufous-brown pattern. Male carry a wide-set and lyre shaped horns, that can grow up to 90 cm in length.
Observed in Nairobi National park - a species that favours open plains and sparse woodlands, they remain within the reach of water. Live in small herds, of some 10 to 20 animals, even though larger herds are also common.
Spotted on Mar 12, 2002
Submitted on Aug 31, 2015
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