Jackal - Black Backed

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The black-backed jackal (Canis mesomelas) is a canid native to two areas of the Africa. It is fox-like with a reddish coat and a black saddle that extends from the shoulders to the base of the tail. It is a monogamous animal, whose young may remain with the family to help raise new generations of pups.

WEIGHT MALE: 8 KG

WEIGHT FEMALE: 7 KG

SHOULDER HEIGHT MALE: 38 CM

SHOULDER HEIGHT FEMALE: 38 CM

MATING SEASON: THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Weights & shoulder heights are averages

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