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Species · Lycaon
African Wild Dog
Lycaon pictus
The African wild dog is a highly social canid with individually distinctive coat patterns. Cooperative hunting and care of young are central …
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Species · Vulpes
Arctic Fox
Vulpes lagopus
The Arctic fox is a small northern canid adapted to cold, open landscapes. Dense fur, compact ears and fur-covered feet help it …
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Species · Otocyon
Bat-eared Fox
Otocyon megalotis
The bat-eared fox is an African canid whose diet is unusually focused on insects. Large ears are relevant to finding small concealed …
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Species · Vulpes
Bengal Fox
Vulpes bengalensis
The Bengal fox is a South Asian fox of relatively open landscapes. It combines small-animal hunting with the use of seasonal plant …
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Species · Lupulella
Black-backed Jackal
Lupulella mesomelas
The black-backed jackal is an African predator and scavenger recognized by a dark saddle across its back. Its flexibility includes both independent …
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Species · Vulpes
Blanford’s Fox
Vulpes cana
Blanford’s fox is a small canid associated with steep, dry terrain. Its feeding ecology includes substantial insect and fruit use, contrasting with …