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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 in Epic Waterhole Showdown!
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. In this snapshot captured by renowned wildlife photographer Bob Gibbons, we witness a thrilling moment straight out of the Kalahari Desert's untamed wilderness. A cunning and agile Black-backed Jackal, Canis mesomelas, is seen stealthily prowling at the edge of a waterhole within the enchanting Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. With razor-sharp focus and lightning-fast reflexes, our adult jackal sets its sights on an unsuspecting flock of Cape Turtle-doves, Streptopelia capicola. As if choreographed by nature itself, tension fills the air as these two species engage in an exhilarating game of predator versus prey. The arid landscape provides a dramatic backdrop to this heart-stopping chase. The scorching August sun casts long shadows across the desert floor while mirroring off the shimmering waters of the waterhole. It's survival of the fittest in action! As our black-backed protagonist closes in on its feathered targets with unmatched precision and agility, one can't help but marvel at nature's intricate balance between hunter and hunted. This awe-inspiring display reminds us that even amidst harsh conditions, life finds a way to thrive. So join us on this breathtaking journey into South Africa's Northern Cape Province as FLPA Images brings you closer to Mother Nature's theater. Witness firsthand how every flap of wings
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