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Canis mesomelas
Black-backed jackals are small, fox-like canids and are the smallest of the three species called jackal. They measure 30–48 cm (12–19 in) in shoulder height and 60–90 cm (24–35 in) in length. The tail measures 26–40 cm (10–16 in) in length. Weight varies according to location; East African jackals weigh 7-13.8 kg (15-30 lb).
Spot in the arid climate of the Tankwa Karoo National Park.
Spotted on May 9, 2013
Submitted on May 19, 2013
2 Comments
Thanks Yuko!
Beautiful spotting with the spectacular background :-)