Tags Deers Walking Sunrise Dawn Grasslands Masai Mara Mara Plains African Wildlife Africa Kenya

Thomson's Gazelle Walks Through Grassland in the Masai Mara National Reserve

A Thomson's gazelle walks across the savannah in the Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, with grass in the foreground.

Image ID 56288867
Production Year 2015
Length 00:00:11
Production Company Silverback Films
ResolutionUHD ProRes UHD HD
FormatMP4 MOV

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Thomson's gazelle, a small to medium-sized antelope, is native to East Africa, with a notable presence in the Maasai Mara region. These herbivores are vital for the ecosystem. They are key seed dispersers, aiding in plant regeneration, and serve as essential prey for predators like cheetahs. Thomson's gazelles are swift runners, making them a primary target for cheetahs and other big cats. Their presence in the food web helps maintain the balance of the Savannah ecosystem, supporting biodiversity. While the Maasai Mara population remains relatively stable, globally, Thomson's gazelles are categorised as "Least Concern" by the IUCN. However, localised threats such as habitat loss and poaching may impact their populations.

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