Impala - Aepyceros melampus
The graceful impala is the most abundant
antelope in Botswana. It could possibly be mistaken for lechwe,
puku, reedbuck or springbok, but may be identified by the black
lines on the rump and tail, the dainty black ankle straps and black
patch on the forehead.
This perfectly proportioned animal
is found extensively in Moremi and Chobe but is replaced by the
springbok in the desert areas. Impala do occur side by side with
springbok in Nxai Pan where you will find them in the more wooded
areas, while springbok prefer the open grass plains.
Impala can leap 3 m high and
an amazing 12 m long.
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