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Black-backed Jackal (Canis mesomelas) adult, hunting Cape Turtle-doves (Streptopelia capicola) at edge of waterhole
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Black-backed Jackal (Canis mesomelas) adult, hunting Cape Turtle-doves (Streptopelia capicola) at edge of waterhole
Black-backed Jackal (Canis mesomelas) adult, hunting Cape Turtle-doves (Streptopelia capicola) at edge of waterhole, Kalahari Desert, Kalahari Gemsbok N.P. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa, August
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Wildlife Drama Unfolds - Black-backed Jackal Takes on Cape Turtle-doves at Kalahari Waterhole!
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. In this snapshot captured by renowned wildlife photographer Bob Gibbons, we witness an adrenaline-fueled moment in the heart of the Kalahari Desert. A cunning adult Black-backed Jackal, known for its prowess as a predator and scavenger, is seen stealthily hunting down a flock of unsuspecting Cape Turtle-doves near the edge of a waterhole. The scene is set against the breathtaking backdrop of Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in South Africa's Northern Cape Province. As August casts its golden hues over the arid landscape, these remarkable creatures engage in an age-old dance between hunter and prey. With razor-sharp instincts and lightning-fast reflexes, our jackal protagonist skillfully maneuvers through the sandy terrain to close in on its feathered targets. The tension hangs thickly in the air as it prepares to strike with precision. Meanwhile, fluttering wings and nervous cooing fill the atmosphere as startled Cape Turtle-doves scramble for safety amidst their watery sanctuary. Will they manage to outsmart their relentless pursuer or fall victim to nature's unforgiving cycle? This extraordinary image serves as a powerful reminder of both nature's beauty and its unyielding laws. It encapsulates a fleeting yet mesmerizing moment that unfolds daily within South Africa's enchanting wilderness - where survival becomes an art form and every creature plays its part in this grand
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