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Waterbuck

Kobus ellipsiprymnus

Description:

The Waterbuck (Kobus ellipsiprymnus) is a large antelope found widely in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Habitat:

Waterbuck are found in scrub and savanna areas near water where they eat grass. Despite its name, the waterbuck does not spend much time in the water, but will take refuge there to escape predators.

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LisaGrant
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LisaGrant

Sundays River Valley Local Municipality, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Spotted on Jan 5, 2011
Submitted on Jun 5, 2011

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