AustraliaEndemic to Australia, the Dingo is a carnivore species inhabiting grasslands, forests habitats. Weighing 13–20 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Dingo | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 16.5 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 67% |
| Height | 53 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 56 km/h | 48 km/h | ↑ 17% |
| Avg Speed | 56 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Dingo inhabits grasslands, forests habitats. It can be found in Australia.
Typical coloring: Tan, Brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Dingo is a group-based species belonging to the Canidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Dingo is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Dingo’s weight of 13–20 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #27 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 Dingo weigh?
A Dingo typically weighs 13–20 kg, which is well below average compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Dingo?
The Dingo is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Dingo live?
The Dingo is found in Australia, in grasslands, forests habitats.
How does the Dingo reproduce?
The Dingo has a gestation period of 63 days and typically produces 1-10 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026