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African Gazelles

Short answer: The impala (Aepyceros melampus) is a medium-sized antelope of eastern and southern Africa. It has a reddish-brown coat, and only males carry the lyre-shaped horns.

Females and young form herds, and males compete for territories in the breeding season. Impalas are famous leapers, jumping up to about 3 m high and 10 m long, and they snort to warn of predators. They both graze and browse. Though often called gazelles, impalas belong to their own tribe, Aepycerotini, not the gazelle genus. The footage shows impalas running and leaping, with the presenter.

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What should you know about African Gazelles?

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  1. The impala is an African antelope.

    DD-138-F01 · Write-up · Exhibit A (Antelope)

  2. Only males have lyre-shaped horns.

    DD-138-F02 · Write-up · Exhibit B (Lyre horns)

Video transcript: African Gazelles: An Impala Can Leap About 10 m in a Single Bound

Impalas, native to various African regions, are characterized by their reddish brown coat, distinctive lyre-shaped horns in males, and a glossy black patch on their tails. DID YOU KNOW? They form herds with intricate social structures, primarily consisting of females and their offspring, while males join during the breeding season. Renowned for their remarkable leaping ability, Impalas can execute impressive jumps, covering up to 33 feet, and clearing obstacles over 9 feet in height. They communicate through vocalizations such as snorts, grunts, and alarm barks, to alert the herd to potential dangers. As herbivores, Impalas sustain themselves by grazing on grasses, showcasing adaptability and resilience in their natural habitats. NOW YOU KNOW!

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The write-up

An impala can leap about 10 m in a single bound. Impalas aren't true gazelles.

  1. Exhibit A

    Antelope

    The impala is an African antelope.

  2. Exhibit B

    Lyre horns

    Only males have lyre-shaped horns.

  3. Exhibit C

    Herds

    Females and young form herds.

  4. Exhibit D

    Leaps

    Impalas leap up to about 3 m high and 10 m long.

  5. Exhibit E

    Not a gazelle

    Impalas aren't true gazelles.

Questions people ask about African Gazelles

What kind of animal is an impala?

African.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Antelope) · Wikipedia: Impala

Which impalas have horns?

Lyre-shaped.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Lyre horns) · Wikipedia: Impala

Who forms herds?

Males compete for territory.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Herds) · Wikipedia: Impala

How far can impalas leap?

And about 3 m high.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Leaps) · Wikipedia: Impala

Are impalas true gazelles?

Their own tribe.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Not a gazelle) · Wikipedia: Impala

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  1. What kind of animal is an impala?

    1. An antelope
    2. A deer
    3. A goat
    4. A horse
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    Answer: A. An antelope African. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Antelope) · Wikipedia: Impala

  2. Which impalas have horns?

    1. Males only
    2. Females only
    3. Both
    4. Neither
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    Answer: A. Males only Lyre-shaped. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Lyre horns) · Wikipedia: Impala

  3. Who forms herds?

    1. Females and young
    2. Only old males
    3. Lions
    4. Birds
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    Answer: A. Females and young Males compete for territory. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Herds) · Wikipedia: Impala

  4. How far can impalas leap?

    1. About 10 m
    2. About 1 m
    3. About 50 m
    4. They can't
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    Answer: A. About 10 m And about 3 m high. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Leaps) · Wikipedia: Impala

  5. Are impalas true gazelles?

    1. No
    2. Yes
    3. Only in Asia
    4. Only females
    Show the answer

    Answer: A. No Their own tribe. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Not a gazelle) · Wikipedia: Impala

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Easterling, Marcus. "African Gazelles." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-138, last updated Dec 23, 2023. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/african-gazelles/

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