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Antilope cervicapra

Blackbuck

MammalBest Season: Jan–Dec

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Blackbuck (Antilope cervicapra) — wildlife photography in India

(c) Avinash Bhagat, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Avinash Bhagat

About this species

One of India's most beautiful antelopes, the Blackbuck male's spiralling horns and bold black-and-white coat make it instantly recognisable. Once numbering in the millions, it was hunted to near-extinction. Today Velavadar in Gujarat hosts the world's largest blackbuck herd — thousands of animals visible at once during the winter months. Watch Blackbuck herds on India's grasslands. Best wildlife sanctuaries, photography guides, and safari seasons.

Quick facts

Scientific name
Antilope cervicapra
Category / family
Mammal · —
Best months to photograph
J
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D
Difficulty to spot
Moderate
Best locations
Tal Chhapar Wildlife SanctuaryPoint Calimere Wildlife SanctuaryRollapadu Wildlife SanctuaryBallavpur Wildlife SanctuaryBir Aishwan Bird SanctuaryBir Bunerheri Wildlife Sanctuary

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Best locations for Blackbuck

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RajasthanTal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary
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Tamil NaduPoint Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary
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Andhra PradeshRollapadu Wildlife Sanctuary
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West BengalBallavpur Wildlife Sanctuary
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PunjabBir Aishwan Bird Sanctuary
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PunjabBir Bunerheri Wildlife Sanctuary
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When and Where to Photograph Blackbuck

One of India's most beautiful antelopes, the Blackbuck male's spiralling horns and bold black-and-white coat make it instantly recognisable. Once numbering in the millions, it was hunted to near-extinction. Today Velavadar in Gujarat hosts the world's largest blackbuck herd — thousands of animals visible at once during the winter months. Watch Blackbuck herds on India's grasslands. Best wildlife sanctuaries, photography guides, and safari seasons.

Plan field days around Jan–Dec: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in Tal Chhapar Wildlife Sanctuary.

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