Kudo in the Wild

© Kim Andelkovic

Kudo in the Wild

Uploaded: March 11, 2013

Description

The hierarchy among kudu males is usually determined by age and size. Males of about the same size and age engage in sparring contests in which they approach one another slowly, lock horns and push back and forth until one gives up. Usually no serious injuries result, but remains of animals have been found where the two combatants had locked horns in such a way that they could not disengage. Dominance is usually quickly and peacefully determined by a lateral display in which one male stands sideways in front of the other and makes himself look as large as possible. If the other is suitably impressed, dominance is established.

Taken in Kruger National Park - Sth Africa



Comments

Arthur Bohlmann March 11, 2013

Beautifully rendered image. Great color tones and composotion. #1518615

Liz blahh March 11, 2013

Beautiful! #10605018

Kim Andelkovic March 11, 2013

Thank you Arthur and Liz :-) #10605227

Philip B. Ludwig level-classic March 11, 2013

Beautiful capture of this fine animal. Love the lighting on him. #10605536

Kim Andelkovic March 12, 2013

Thank u Philip :-)
#10605933

David Resnikoff level-classic March 12, 2013

Kim

What a wonderful picture. Adds to rest of your magnificent work

David R #10606768

Kim Andelkovic March 12, 2013

Thank you very much David, your always sooooo nice.....I always appreciate everyone's comments ;-) #10607139

Kalena Randall March 13, 2013

Very nice shot, Kim. I love the texture you added to this. It give him a picture post card look! #10607751

Kim Andelkovic March 13, 2013

Thank you Kaleana :-) #10608229

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