Lycaon pictus
EN Carnivore Savannahs
18–36 kg
Weight
10–12 yrs
Lifespan
56 km/h
Top Speed
Sub-Saharan Africa
Found In
Endemic to Sub-Saharan Africa, the African Wild Dog (Lycaon pictus) is a carnivore species inhabiting savannahs habitats. Weighing 18–36 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | African Wild Dog | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 27 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 46% |
| Height | 77.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 56 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 17% |
| Avg Speed | 56 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 11 yrs | 12.5 yrs | ↓ 12% |
Endemic to Sub-Saharan Africa
Habitat: Savannahs
Found In: Sub-Saharan Africa
Coloration: Multicolored
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Group-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 70 days
Offspring per Birth: 10-12
Lifespan: 10–12 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #16 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | Bonobo | 30–40 kg | EN |
| 15 | Zebra Shark | Up to 32 kg | EN |
| 16 | African Wild Dog | 18–36 kg | EN |
| 17 | Proboscis Monkey | 14–24 kg | EN |
| 18 | Dhole | 12–21 kg | EN |
| 19 | Iberian Lynx | 9–14 kg | EN |
Other Canidae Species
The Canidae family has 14 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arctic Fox | 2.5–9 kg | Omnivore | LC |
| Bengal Fox | 2.5–4 kg | Omnivore | LC |
| Boxer Dog | 25–32 kg | Omnivore | NA |
| Dalmatian Dog | 23–32 kg | Omnivore | NA |
| Dhole | 12–21 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| Dingo | 13–20 kg | Carnivore | LC |
| Fennec Fox | 0.8–1.6 kg | Omnivore | LC |
| Maned Wolf | 20–25 kg | Omnivore | NT |
| Red Fox | 3–7 kg | Omnivore | LC |
| Rottweiler | 36–60 kg | Carnivore | NA |