Painted Hunters: Why African Wild Dogs Are Africa’s Most Endangered Carnivore

With a hunting success rate that puts lions to shame and social bonds tight enough to share food without a fight, African ...
Yahoo

These Are Africa’s Most Successful Hunters. So Why Are They Running From One Elephant?

African wild dogs are among the most successful hunters on the planet, with an 80% kill rate that far outpaces lions. They don't need to scavenge. They earn their meals the hard way. Elephants don't ...
Smithsonian Magazine

Africa’s Wild Dogs Are the Most Hated Carnivores on the Continent. Here’s Why Some Conservationists Are Saving Them Anyway

Meet the team that closely monitors the playful canines, which need help to form diverse packs and stop their numbers from ...
Phys.org

African wild dogs: DNA tests of their feces reveal surprises about what they eat

The African wild dog is one of Africa's most endangered predators. African wild dogs are highly elusive, avoiding human contact and utilizing vast, remote territories to remain out of sight. Current ...
Nature

Ecological Dynamics of African Wild Dog Populations

African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) are obligate cooperative breeders that operate in tightly bonded packs, with social cohesion and group hunting underpinning their persistence across savannah and ...
The Conversation

African wild dogs: DNA tests of their faeces reveal surprises about what they eat

The African wild dog is one of Africa’s most endangered predators. African wild dogs are highly elusive, avoiding human contact and utilising vast, remote territories to remain out of sight. Current ...