DR Congo: Rare Upemba Lechwe antelope captured on camera as experts say under 100 exist

The picture of the Upemba Lechwe was taken through the window of an aeroplane during a survey.

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Researchers carried out an aerial survey in the Kamalondo Depression, an area in southern Democratic Republic of Congo, which spotted just 10 of the antelopes - indicating their population is below 100.

Recounting how the photo came about, Manuel Weber, who led the survey and subsequent research, told the BBC it was "extremely nerve-wracking", but that he was "relieved" to get the image.

The Upemba Lechwe are known for the lack of dark stripes on their legs unlike other antelopes in the area, researchers say.

They are also distinct due to the absence of dark patches on their shoulders.

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