Near Threatened
Maned Wolf
Chrysocyon brachyurus
A tall fox-like canid of South American grasslands known for its black mane and long stilt-like legs.
Category
Mammal
Habitat
Grassland
Diet
Omnivore
Lifespan
12–15 years in the wild; up to 17 years in captivity
Size
Shoulder height 74–90 cm; weight 20–30 kg
Scientific Name
Chrysocyon brachyurus
About Maned Wolf
A tall fox-like canid of South American grasslands known for its black mane and long stilt-like legs.
It belongs to the Mammal group and is commonly associated with grassland habitats with a omnivore diet, with a lifespan of 12–15 years in the wild; up to 17 years in captivity, a size of Shoulder height 74–90 cm; weight 20–30 kg, a conservation status of Near Threatened.
Fun Fact
Maned wolves often eat fruit, especially the lobeira fruit, making them important seed dispersers.
Where Maned Wolf Lives
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Brazilian Cerrado
, Brazil
Santa Cruz grasslands
, Bolivia