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Mammal Endangered

African Wild Dog

Lycaon pictus

About African Wild Dog

Highly social carnivore with mottled coat and large rounded ears; hunts cooperatively in packs.

Physical Characteristics

Lean body, patchy coat pattern, large ears; 20–30 kg.

Habitat

Open woodland, savanna and mosaic habitats.

Diet

Carnivorous — medium-sized ungulates and hares.

Behavior

Pack hunters with high success rates; large home ranges and nomadic habits.

Quick Facts

Category: Mammal
Conservation Status: Endangered

Best Viewing Times

Early morning and late afternoon; dry season when prey concentrates.

Best Viewing Locations

Ruaha, Katavi and parts of Nyerere (Selous) where packs exist.

Where to Find African Wild Dog

Katavi National Park

Katavi National Park

Katavi, Tanzania, Rukwa

Remote wilderness with spectacular seasonal wildlife concentrations.

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Nyerere National Park (Selous)

Nyerere National Park (Selous)

Southern Tanzania, Lindi / Pwani / Morogoro

Large southern park (formerly Selous) with riverine habitats and large wildlife populations.

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Ruaha National Park

Ruaha National Park

Ruaha, Tanzania, Iringa / Dodoma

Vast remote park famed for predators and large elephant herds.

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