Issued by the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, this 25 Franc stamp features the Bongo antelope (Boocercus euryceros), a strikingly striped forest-dwelling antelope native to Central and West Africa. The illustration, done in earthy tones with a detailed forest backdrop, showcases the animal’s spiraled horns and distinctive white markings. Designed by J. Combet, the stamp highlights the nation's rich biodiversity and commitment to wildlife conservation. A beautiful thematic piece for collectors of African fauna or zoological philately.