A medium-sized canid native to South America, characterized by its omnivorous diet and adaptable behavior across diverse ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Inhabits diverse environments including tropical forests, savannas, grasslands, and semi-arid regions across Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, and parts of Peru and Bolivia
Ecological Role
Key mesopredator controlling small prey populations, seed dispersal through omnivorous diet, maintaining ecological balance in neotropical ecosystems
Morphology
SKIN COATDense grayish-brown fur with reddish and black mottling, providing camouflage in complex environments
LIMBS WINGSRelatively short, muscular limbs adapted for running and agile movement through varied terrains
HEAD SENSORYPointed muzzle, large erect ears, acute hearing and olfactory capabilities for hunting and navigation
BODY STRUCTUREMedium-sized canid weighing 4.5-8 kg, body length 60-70 cm, with bushy tail approximately 30-40 cm long
