Blesbok - Predators

Predators

Cheetahs, lions, leopards, wild dogs, hyenas, pythons, jackals and eagles can attack the young calves. Man also hunts blesbok for the skin, flesh, and trophy. Blesbok are shy and alert; they rely on speed and endurance to escape predators. They can maintain a speed of 70 km/h (43 mph) when chased, but, like other white-fronted damalisques, blesbok are not good jumpers.

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