Black Impala

Benghoil Private Reserves’ impeccable Black Impala species are meticulously bred under optimal conditions, each season producing consistently stronger genetic specimens. 
The Black Impala's exemplary physical condition can be contributed to superior gene selection which is optimized through semi-intensive & intensive camp structures with key nutritional support & continual interaction, producing calm, unstressed herds that can be effectively monitored.

The impala is a stunning and gracious antelope that is of medium size and light build. The coat of a normal impala is shinny and  red brown in colour on the back with a white belly, the Black Impala is predominantly black all round. Sides and shoulders are a slightly lighter shade of black. Males carrying a set of horn and show territorial behaviour. The herds of between 15-80 are active throughout the day into the evenings. The males rut and mate in March to May and ewes have a gestation period of 185-200days with Lambing starting from November and ending in January. They are very agile and can jump in excesses of 10meters when chased or threated