EN Carnivore Forests, Grasslands
12–21 kg
Weight
10–15 yrs
Lifespan
56 km/h
Top Speed
Asia
Found In
Endemic to Asia, the Dhole is a carnivore species inhabiting forests, grasslands habitats. Weighing 12–21 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Dhole | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 16.5 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 67% |
| Height | 52.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 56 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 17% |
| Avg Speed | 56 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 12.5 yrs | 12.5 yrs | — 0% |
Endemic to Asia
Habitat: Forests, Grasslands
Found In: Asia
Coloration: Red, Brown
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Pack-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 60–63 days
Offspring per Birth: 4-8
Lifespan: 10–15 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 #18 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 20 | Barbary Macaque | 5–13 kg | EN |
| 21 | Tasmanian Devil | 4–14 kg | EN |
Other Canidae Species
The Canidae family has 14 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| African Wild Dog | 18–36 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| 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 |
| 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 |