African Wild Dog
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Lycaon pictus is a canid found only in Africa, especially in savannas and lightly wooded areas. It is variously called the African wild dog, African hunting dog, Cape hunting dog, African painted dog, painted wolf, painted hunting dog, spotted dog, or ornate wolf. It is the second-largest wild canid after the grey wolf, and the largest canid in Africa, with adults weighing 18–36 kilograms (40–79 lb). It is a unique canid, being the only species in the genus Lycaon. It is most closely related to the Canis genus, though it cannot interbreed with them. It is a prolific breeder, with large litters of up to 19 pups, and may reproduce at any time of year. The breeding is usually limited to the alpha pair. Lycaon pictus is a highly successful hunter, with the majority of its chases ending in kills. It preys mainly on medium-sized ungulates, though it will take other prey such as ostriches. The African Wild Dog is found in various open habitats across sub-Saharan Africa, though its range has been greatly reduced. It requires large territories for its survival, a factor which creates challenges for its conservation. It faces various threats to its survival: lions, disease, and human activity all harm the species. Numerous conservation organisations are working to ensure the survival of this iconic species. (Wikipedia)
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