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The Impala (Aepyceros melampus) is a medium-sized antelope endemic to eastern and southern Africa, known for its remarkable agility and social organization. Males, called rams, are distinguished by their long, lyre-shaped horns, while females, or ewes, lack horns and are typically slightly smaller in stature. Their reddish-brown coats with lighter underbellies blend perfectly with the savanna environment, providing both camouflage and visual communication cues. Impalas occupy a unique ecological niche, thriving in transitional habitats areas that bridge open grasslands and wooded savannas. This adaptability allows them to coexist with multiple other species and sustain populations even as environmental conditions shift. In the wild, Impalas form two primary types of social structures: breeding herds dominated by territorial males and bachelor herds composed of non-territorial males. Their diet consists mainly of grasses, leaves, and shoots, allowing them to switch between grazing and browsing depending on seasonal availability. This dietary flexibility is a significant reason for their wide distribution across Africa, from Kenya and Tanzania to South Africa and Namibia. Their ability to survive both drought and abundance exemplifies their evolutionary success.

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