A mature Impala ram grooms himself showing the distinctive rump makings and metatarsal glands on the hind legs. These provide clear signals
A mature Impala ram grooms himself showing the distinctive rump makings and metatarsal glands on the hind legs. These provide clear visual and chemical signals to alert his harem.
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Location: Katavi National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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