LC Carnivore Grasslands, Forests
13–20 kg
Weight
10–15 yrs
Lifespan
48–64 km/h
Top Speed
AustraliaFound In
Endemic to Australia, the Dingo is a carnivore species inhabiting grasslands, forests habitats. Weighing 13–20 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| 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 | — | — |
| Lifespan | 12.5 yrs | 12.5 yrs | — 0% |
Endemic to Australia
Habitat: Grasslands, Forests
Found In: Australia
Coloration: Tan, Brown
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Group-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 63 days
Offspring per Birth: 1-10
Lifespan: 10–15 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #27 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 | Wombat | 20–35 kg | LC |
| 26 | Electric Eel | Up to 20 kg | LC |
| 27 | Dingo | 13–20 kg | LC |
| 28 | Wolverine | 9–25 kg | LC |
| 29 | Serval | 8–18 kg | LC |
| 30 | Japanese Macaque | 10–14 kg | LC |
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 |
| Dhole | 12–21 kg | Carnivore | EN |
| 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 |