Endemic to Eastern and Southern Africa, the Aardwolf is an insectivore species inhabiting grasslands, savannas habitats. Weighing 8–14 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Aardwolf | Insectivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 11 kg | 2 kg | ↑ 450% |
| Height | 45 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 32 km/h | ↑ 25% |
| Avg Speed | 27 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Aardwolf inhabits grasslands, savannas habitats. It can be found in Eastern and Southern Africa.
Typical coloring: Yellow-brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Aardwolf is a solitary species belonging to the Hyaenidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Aardwolf is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 12 insectivore mammals, the Aardwolf’s weight of 8–14 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 2 kg.
Weight rank: #31 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Aardwolf weigh?
A Aardwolf typically weighs 8–14 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 2 kg among insectivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Aardwolf?
The Aardwolf is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Aardwolf live?
The Aardwolf is found in Eastern and Southern Africa, in grasslands, savannas habitats.
How does the Aardwolf reproduce?
The Aardwolf has a gestation period of 90 days and typically produces 2-5 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026