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Addax (white antelope) in the Giza Zoo, Egypt
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Addax (white antelope) in the Giza Zoo, Egypt
Addax (white antelope) standing in its compound in the Giza Zoo, Egypt. The Giza Zoo was built on the order of Khedive Ismail and opened in 1891. Today it is home to many endangered species such as the addax. Date: circa 1908
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Addax in its Compound at the Giza Zoo, Egypt, circa 1908 This photograph depicts an Addax antelope standing proudly in its enclosure at the Giza Zoo in Egypt. The Addax, also known as the screwhorn antelope, is a critically endangered species of antelope native to the Sahara Desert. The Addax in this image appears serene and majestic, its snow-white coat gleaming in the sunlight. The Giza Zoo, located in the heart of Egypt, was established on the orders of Khedive Ismail in 1891 and opened to the public in 1892. The zoo was one of the earliest modern zoos in the world and was designed to showcase the diverse wildlife of Egypt and Africa. The Addax, along with other endangered species such as the Dorcas gazelle and the Oryx, found a safe haven in the zoo's expansive grounds. The Addax's unique appearance, with its distinctive twisted horns and white fur, made it a popular attraction for visitors to the zoo. The antelope's ability to blend seamlessly into the desert environment, making it almost invisible to predators, added to its allure. This photograph, taken circa 1908, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the Addax was still a common sight in the wilds of the Sahara. Today, the Addax is critically endangered, with fewer than 60 individuals remaining in the wild. The Giza Zoo, along with other conservation efforts, continues to play a vital role in preserving this magnificent creature for future generations to appreciate.
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