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The vivid black-and-white markings of the African sacred ibis certainly ensure that this bird stands in stark contrast to the greens, browns and blues of the South African landscapes. They have the same silhouette as their hadeda relatives but are undoubtedly set apart by their plumage. The sacred ibis’ body is almost completely white, with black feathers on its rump. The wings are edged with a black outline, which is only really visible when the birds extend their wings in flight. These wings also have some bare areas, in which the pink skin shows, both on the top and on the bottom. The neck and head are bald and black, as are the legs and feet. A long curved beak gives the bird a dramatic appearance. Young birds have a smaller beak and their white plumage still looks a little dirty, in comparison with the adults. In addition, they retain some feathers on their necks.

Info source: https://www.sa-venues.com/wildlife/birds_sacred_ibis.php

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The photo was taken during June 2017 at De Kleine Serengeti, Dinokeng, Gauteng, South Africa.

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Impala occur throughout South Africa however historically they were found mainly in the northern, northeastern and eastern parts of the country. They occur in large numbers in the Kruger National Park. Impala are also found in other parks and reserves and also on Game Farms and Private reserves throughout certain areas of South Africa. In many of these areas they have been reintroduced for game farming and breeding. Impala prefer savannah woodland and Acacia thornveld, preferably near water. Although mainly active during the day they can be active during periods of feeding at night. Rams are bigger than ewes and have horns while ewes do not grow horns.
Info source: http://www.wildlifesouthafrica.com/blog/mammals-of-south-africa/impala-fact-file
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The photo was taken during September 2017 near Tshokwane Picnic Spot, Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga, South Africa.

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The common eland, also known as the southern eland or eland antelope, is a savannah and plains antelope found in East and Southern Africa. It is the second largest antelope in the world, being slightly smaller on average than the giant eland. Mainly a herbivore, its diet is primarily grasses and leaves. Common elands form herds of up to 500 animals but are not territorial. The common eland prefers habitats with a wide variety of flowering plants such as savannah, woodlands, and open and montane grasslands; it avoids dense forests. It uses loud barks, visual and postural movements and the flehmen response to communicate and warn others of danger. The common eland is used by humans for leather, meat, and rich, nutritious milk, and has been domesticated in many areas.

Info source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Common_eland

The photo was taken during February 2018 at Mabula Private Game Reserve, Rooiberg, Limpopo, South Africa.

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