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Dingo

Canis lupus dingo

Description:

Usually yellow coloured dog, medium sized, often white tip on tail, white paws, darker blended muzzle, athletic build, white patch on chest, colour variations include black and tan, and mixed breeds carry domestic dog colourings of many types. Possibly arrived in Australia several thousand years ago with seafarers and trading partnerships from the north. Efficient hunters and suspected of displacing mainland carnivores.

Habitat:

Found throughout all of Australia.

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1 Comment

Jason Alexander
Jason Alexander 10 years ago

Great shot! Maybe there was a mistake with scientific name, Canis lupus dingo..

kdpicturemaker
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kdpicturemaker

Queensland, Australia

Spotted on Aug 23, 2012
Submitted on Nov 23, 2013

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