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Licaon

Lycaon pictus

Endangered ↓

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

11 years

Length

1.0 m

Weight

25.0 kg

Population

6.6K

Trend

↓ Decreasing

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About

El perro salvaje africano, con su pelaje moteado de pardo, negro y blanco —sin dos individuos iguales—, habita sabanas y bosques del África subsahariana en manadas con lazos estrechos y estrategias de caza cooperativa de gran eficacia. Está En Peligro (EN) con menos de 7.000 individuos, amenazado por la fragmentación del hábitat, la persecución humana y las enfermedades infecciosas.

Fun Facts

✨ Their hunting success rate is about 80%.
✨ Each dog has a unique coat pattern.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 6 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌾 Savanna 🌿 Grassland

Distributed across Botswana, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇲🇿 Mozambique 🇹🇿 Tanzania 🇿🇲 Zambia 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe 🇧🇼 Botswana

Diet & Behavior

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Carnivore

Licaon is classified as carnivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🥩 Carnivore

Animal matter 100%

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Estimated Population

6.6K

Population Trend

↓ Decreasing

Full Taxonomy

Carnivora (carnívoros)

Family

Canidae (Dogs & Wolves)

Genus

Lycaon (African Wild Dogs)

Species

Lycaon pictus (Licaon)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Licaon

French Cynhyene

German Hyänenhund

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Licaon?

The scientific name of Licaon is Lycaon pictus. It belongs to the genus Lycaon.

What is the conservation status of Licaon?

Licaon (Lycaon pictus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is decreasing.

Where does Licaon live?

Licaon is found in Distributed across Botswana, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Botswana, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

What family does Licaon belong to?

Licaon (Lycaon pictus) belongs to the genus Lycaon, which is part of the taxonomic family Canidae.

What does Licaon eat?

Licaon is carnivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Licaon live?

Licaon has an average lifespan of approximately 11 years in the wild.

How many Licaon are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Licaon (Lycaon pictus) is approximately 6,600 individuals.

Is Licaon endangered?

Yes, Licaon (Lycaon pictus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.