African wild dog
The African wild dog (Lycaon pictus) is a carnivorous mammal native to Africa.
The African wild dog, also called painted dog and Cape hunting dog, is a wild canine native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is the largest wild canine in Africa and the only extant member of the genus Lycaon, which is distinguished from Canis by dentition highly specialised for a hypercarnivorous diet and — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Lycaon pictus
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Canidae
- Diet
- Carnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa
- Weight
- 22 kg
- Length
- 92 cm
- Lifespan
- 17 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Endangered
What does an African wild dog eat?
The african wild dog is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.
How big is an African wild dog?
The african wild dog weighs around 22 kg and measures about 92 cm.
How long do African wild dogs live?
In the wild, the african wild dog can live up to about 17 years.
Where do African wild dogs live?
African wild dogs are found in Africa, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the african wild dog endangered?
The african wild dog is currently listed as “Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.