Inspiring Photo: Gazelle, Wildlife Safari-Oregon #10007466

Gazelle, Wildlife Safari-Oregon

Uploaded: April 13, 2010

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Wildlife Safari Gazelle, Oregon
Grant's Gazelle

I think they have their horns capped so they can not hurt each other. Young males will fight but older males usually do not. More info in comments

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f6.7, 1/180sec, ISO125, 170mm (18-200mm lens)

Exif: F Number: 6.7, Exposure Bias Value: -0.67, ExposureTime: 1/180 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 125, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 170.00 mm, Model: NIKON D300

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Denny E. Barnes April 13, 2010

Grant's gazelles are especially fond of open grass plains, and although they frequent bushy savannas, they avoid areas of high grass. Male gazelles have developed several ritualized postures to determine dominance. Younger males will fight, but as they grow older the ritualized displays often take the place of fights. If neither combatant is intimidated, they may confront one another and clash horns, trying to throw the other off-balance.
Human settlement, ranching and fencing of land resulting in wildlife habitat loss certainly affects Grant’s gazelle populations. This gazelle, which is conspicuous and easy to kill, is also hunted for its highly valued meat and hide by man and most other predators.. #1258284

Monnie Ryan April 13, 2010

Interesting about capping the horns at least till they get older! Really neat capture of these! #8531427

Jack Ryan April 13, 2010

Excellent capture of these beautiful animals...nicely composed with excellent detail and color. Interesting info about the "capping" and their habits. Very well done as usual, Kenny. (Great series, by the way!) #8531504

Robert R. Goodman April 13, 2010

Hi Denny,LOL!!I didn't know they war clubs on top of their heads.That is very beautiful my friend.I would hate to get hit by one.Excellent capture!!! #8531515

Tiia Vissak April 13, 2010

great tones, details & dof! #8531644

Denny E. Barnes April 13, 2010

Thank you ever so much Monnie, Jack, Bobby and Tiia! #8531998

Ron McEwan April 13, 2010

I know on the ranch we just saw the horns and make them blunt so they bruce and not puncher or cut. The photo is well composed with terrific lighting enhance a fine looking animal. #8532079

Rony Sagy April 13, 2010

Amazing capture and story, Denny. #8532107

Tammy M. Anderson April 13, 2010

Wonderful capture, Denny. I had never heard about the capping before. Thanks for the education. Never to old to learn. LOL. Excellent lighting and clarity. #8532266

Mike Clime April 13, 2010

Wow, those are some cool antlers! I bet the Native Americans made some good brain bashers out of them. #8532296

John Connolly April 13, 2010

I have never heard of capped horns, Denny! A remarkable image of these beautiful animals, and thank you for all the great information! #8532306

Ann H. Belus April 13, 2010

Great capture, Denny! I wondered about those horns before I read your explanation...I've seen herds of gazelles both in Asia and Africa and never saw one with knobs on the end of his horns..LOL! #8532335

Tammy Espino April 13, 2010

These photo's make me anxious for the big horn to come down the mountains already!!! Awesome capture! #8532564

Denny E. Barnes April 13, 2010

Thank you Ron, Rony, Tammy, Mike, John, Ann and Tammy! #8532590

Jack Gaskin April 13, 2010

This entire series has been great... I can only imagine how much you enjoyed the entire thing.

Keep them coming
Jack #8532960

Nancy L. Green April 13, 2010

WONDERFUL image and interesting facts on these beautiful animals, VERY well done Denny!!! <>< #8532995

Denny E. Barnes April 13, 2010

Thank you very much Jack and Nancy! #8533170

Laura E. Swan April 13, 2010

Fascinating story...but I think the real story is that they came from Mars. My Favorite Martian had the EXACT SAME ANTENNAS!!! Hee, Hee!

Wonderful image and information Denny!!!

-Laura :D #8533274

Denny E. Barnes April 13, 2010

Now you've done it, Laura and let the secret out. They really are Marzelles!!

Thanks Laura!! #8533330

Laura E. Swan April 13, 2010

I -KNEW- it! (See people? I told you?!) <--- They never want to believe me!

;) #8533332

Barbara Waldoch April 14, 2010

Terrific capture, Denny! #8533381

Denny E. Barnes April 14, 2010

Thank you Laura and Barbara! #8534969

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