Thomson's Gazelle
This week's photohunt theme is fast. This was really hard for me because I take most of my photos when I have slowed down. A couple of ideas crossed my mind - a fast moving stream, women rollerskaters (did that already), surf on Oahu. But these did not feel right.
So I decided to go with pictures of some of the fastest animals on earth. First up - Thomson's Gazelle. These sleek animals can run up to 50mph. Although slower than their predators such as a cheetah, they can often out last their predators. You'll find them in large herds across the grasslands of Africa. We saw them in Etosha in Northern Namibia.
Wildebeest or Gnu
Next up is the Wildebeest. When you see these animals sauntering across the horizon or clumsily getting up from the field, you wonder how they survive. But they are also one of the faster animals clocking to speeds up to 50mph.
Black Faced Impala
Last is the Black Faced Impala. These antelope are also fast runners at 45mph. These are so beautiful. I love the sleek color and beautiful horns. All these animals survival depend upon speed.
Have a great weekend.
Comments (17)
Love the photos of the fast beasts. You take some incredible shots!
Posted by Eden | December 19, 2009 2:34 AM
Posted on December 19, 2009 02:34
This is so funny! When I saw the theme for today, I said to myself, "I hope Marta posts some great pictures from Africa and all the fast wild animals there."
Thanks for granting my wish.
Posted by Deborah | December 19, 2009 6:35 AM
Posted on December 19, 2009 06:35
Wow excellent photos! Good choices.
My Photo Hunt is up! Hope you can visit. Have a good weekend.
Mrs. Mecomber
Posted by Mrs. Mecomber | December 19, 2009 8:45 AM
Posted on December 19, 2009 08:45
Perfect for the theme!
Posted by Lisa | December 19, 2009 8:59 AM
Posted on December 19, 2009 08:59
Great take on the theme, what great collection of animal photos!
Posted by Candi | December 19, 2009 9:44 AM
Posted on December 19, 2009 09:44
Wow those are excellent photos. Happy weekend and a Happy Christmas
Posted by jams O'Donnell | December 19, 2009 10:30 AM
Posted on December 19, 2009 10:30
WOW! Beautiful shots. Have a great holiday!
Posted by Palma | December 19, 2009 1:23 PM
Posted on December 19, 2009 13:23
Those are some really interesting looking animals! I hope I get to see them in person one of these days.
Posted by maya | December 19, 2009 4:25 PM
Posted on December 19, 2009 16:25
I would never guess that the wildebeast could move that fast. I'll be sure to never have one mad at me.
Posted by Bull Rhino | December 19, 2009 6:21 PM
Posted on December 19, 2009 18:21
I've always thought of gnu as more a long runner, distance walker than a fast runner. 50 mph is nothing to sneeze at.
Posted by Alice Audrey | December 19, 2009 8:02 PM
Posted on December 19, 2009 20:02
Amazing photos! I was also hoping you would post some animal photos from Africa :)
Posted by girasoli | December 20, 2009 12:34 AM
Posted on December 20, 2009 00:34
Wow! those are lovely photos and very good ones for the theme :-)
Posted by CherryPie | December 20, 2009 4:21 AM
Posted on December 20, 2009 04:21
Gorgeous shots! It is amazing how quickly wild animals can go - especially when they sense a predator is nearby . . .
Posted by Jerry | December 20, 2009 5:22 AM
Posted on December 20, 2009 05:22
Hi Marta, these are such beautiful photos. It is amazing how fast these animals are. The Gnu is so different looking and I'm surprised that they run so fast too! My poor Highland sheep and cows will not be able to keep up with them.
Happy Holidays Marta!
Posted by Kathy (Trekcapri) | December 20, 2009 7:57 AM
Posted on December 20, 2009 07:57
Such beautiful photos of those amazing fast creatures.
Happy holidays and a very happy new year to you and yours!
Posted by Annie | December 21, 2009 9:40 AM
Posted on December 21, 2009 09:40
Beautiful photos.
Posted by amy | December 21, 2009 11:13 AM
Posted on December 21, 2009 11:13
What beautiful animals! Your photos are great!
Posted by nancyhol | December 27, 2009 9:09 PM
Posted on December 27, 2009 21:09