Not so often, and not always so relaxed, we discover this large African antelope. It is commonly known as the red hartebeest and it is the most colorful hartebeest, with black markings contrasting against its white abdomen and behind. It has a longer face than other subspecies, with complex curving horns joined at the base.
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