Impala (Aepyceros melampus)
- Price:
- US$ 650
- CA$ 845
Overview
The impala is a medium-sized antelope found across eastern and southern Africa, known for its agility and graceful movements.
Social Structure & Behaviour
Impala are mainly active during the day and live in three distinct social groups: territorial males, bachelor herds, and female herds. They exhibit two characteristic leaps as part of their anti-predator strategy.
Physical Characteristics
Males stand 75–92 cm at the shoulder and weigh 53–76 kg, while females are smaller at 70–85 cm tall and 40–53 kg. Males have lyre-shaped horns that grow up to 92 cm long, which are used for combat and also serve as protection for the skull.
Impala are sexually dimorphic, with males being larger and sporting horns, while females remain hornless. Their distinctive leaps and social dynamics make them one of Africa’s most iconic antelopes.