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**African Wild Dog (Lycaon pictus) - Sub-Saharan Africa
Status: Endangered/Critically threatened in many regions.
Range/Countries: Sub-Saharan Africa (patchy).
Habitat: Savanna, woodland, open plains.
Diet: Pack-hunting carnivore -mainly medium-sized ungulates.
Lifespan: ~10 years wild.
Reproduction: Pack-based breeding with cooperative care; variable litter sizes.
Ecological role: Powerful regulator of herbivore population structure; supports scavenger community.
Main threats: Habitat fragmentation, human persecution, disease (canine distemper), road mortality.
Conservation notes: Large connected landscapes and disease management are essential; community engagement reduces persecution.
2025 September 27