Why are African wild dogs endangered?

Loss of habitat: African wild dogs require large, contiguous areas of land to roam and hunt. However, their habitat is being rapidly lost due to human population growth, agriculture, and development. This loss of habitat is one of the biggest threats to the survival of African wild dogs.

Hunting and persecution: African wild dogs are hunted for their fur, meat, and body parts, which are used in traditional medicine. They are also killed by farmers who view them as a threat to their livestock.

Competition with other predators: African wild dogs compete with other predators, such as lions, leopards, and hyenas, for food and territory. This competition can be intense, and African wild dogs are often forced to move to less favourable habitats.

Disease: African wild dogs are also susceptible to a variety of diseases, such as rabies, canine distemper, and tuberculosis. These diseases can spread quickly through a pack, and can decimate the population.