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Dhole
Cuon alpinus
The dhole, also known as the Asiatic wild dog, is a highly social and intelligent canid native to Central, South, and Southeast Asia. Distinguished by its reddish coat, bushy black-tipped tail, and lean build, the dhole is an agile hunter that lives and hunts in packs, often tak…
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- Dholes lack a third lower molar, a unique dental feature that distinguishes them from other wild dogs and wolves.
- Dholes communicate using a wide range of vocalizations, including whistles unlike any other canid. They are exceptional swimmers and can pursue prey through water. Their social structure is matriarchal, with females often leading the pack.
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