Impala
(Aepyceros melampus)
Impala are very common antelope in the lowveld but they are also one of the most superbly adapted species in the area. Impala typically inhabit ecotone regions (the transitional zone between two types of habitat, in this case between grassland and woodland).
| Size | 90 cm shoulder height |
|---|---|
| Weight | 40–60 kg |
| Lifespan | 9-12 years |
| Habitat & Distribution | Bushveld ecotone speices, woodland especially acacia and mopane woodland, impala need cover and water |
| Gestation | 6–7 months |
| Number of Young | Usually one lamb |
| Food | Impala are adapted and are mixed feeders. They browse leaves, graze grass, and also eat fruits and flowers |
| Predators | Most large to medium carnivores, baboons, pythons, large bird of prey take young lambs |