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But why the termite mound? Termites concentrate cobalt from deep underground, bringing it to the surface in their mounds. And why young males? Young male impalas are at the bottom of the social hierarchy. They’re often pushed to the edges of the best grazing lands—lands depleted of cobalt due to overgrazing.

The Case of the Aching Antelope

A light goes on in James’ eyes. Cobalt is essential for ruminants—gut bacteria use it to synthesize Vitamin B12. Without B12, an animal becomes anemic, weak, and neurologically impaired. Head-pressing is a known sign of B12-related neuropathy in calves. Zooskool Knotty 04 The Deep One Free Download

For three weeks, a young male impala nicknamed "Kip" has been acting strangely. Impalas are usually vigilant, graceful, and highly social. But Kip has been found alone, standing stock-still for hours on sun-baked termite mounds. He’s stopped grooming, lost weight, and ignores the alarm snorts of his fleeing herd. His head hangs low, and he occasionally rubs it violently against a bush. But why the termite mound

Lena visits James’ lab. "Not rabies," she says. "Look at the behavior pattern—licking soil, head-pressing, lethargy. It’s not a pathogen. It’s a deficiency." Young male impalas are at the bottom of the social hierarchy