African Wild Dog

Taxonomy

  • kingdom: Animalia
  • phylum: Chordata
  • class: Mammalia
  • order: Carnivora
  • family: Canidae
  • genus: Lycaon
  • scientific name: Lycaon pictus

Characteristics

  • prey: Antelope, Warthog, Rodents
  • name of young: Pup
  • group behavior: Pack
  • estimated population size: Less than 5,000
  • biggest threat: Habitat loss
  • most distinctive feature: Four toes on each foot rather than five
  • other name(s): Hunting Dog, Painted Dog, Painted Wolf
  • gestation period: 70 days
  • habitat: Open plains and savanna
  • predators: Lions, Hyenas, Humans
  • diet: Carnivore
  • average litter size: 8
  • lifestyle: Crepuscular
  • common name: African Wild Dog
  • number of species: 1
  • location: sub-Saharan Africa
  • slogan: Also known as the painted dog!
  • group: Mammal
  • color: BrownGreyRedBlackWhiteGoldTan
  • skin type: Fur
  • top speed: 45 mph
  • lifespan: 10 - 13 years
  • weight: 17kg - 36kg (39lbs - 79lbs)
  • length: 75cm - 110cm (29in - 43in)
  • age of sexual maturity: 12 - 18 months
  • age of weaning: 3 months

Locations

  • Africa