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Protective Mama

Protective Mama

A baby scimitar oryx antelope stays close to its mama for safety.
Private Nature Preserve.
Texas.

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A baby scimitar oryx antelope stays close to its mama for safety.
Private Nature Preserve.
Texas.

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Feb, 2022

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And mommy is not to be messed with. Great capture

Thanks, Michel. Mom has that protective look and stance. I had plenty of distance to show I wasn't a threat.

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I find these animals so beautiful. With the brown chest and those gracious horns. Lovely shot!

Thanks, Joop. I feel the same way you do.

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