1. Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES): Appendix II lists African wild dogs, which regulates international trade in the species and its parts and derivatives.
2. Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD): This international treaty promotes the conservation of biodiversity and sustainable use of resources. While not specifically targeting African wild dogs, the CBD provides a framework for national and international efforts to protect wildlife.
3. Bonn Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS): Although African wild dogs are not migratory, some populations move over large distances, and this convention provides a platform for international cooperation for the conservation of migratory species.
4. African Convention on the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources: This convention aims to promote conservation and sustainable use of natural resources in Africa, and it includes provisions for protecting African wild dogs and their habitats.
5. National Laws: Many African countries have their own wildlife laws that provide specific protection to African wild dogs. These laws vary from country to country, but they typically include prohibitions on hunting, capturing, and trading of the species.
In summary, the African wild dog is protected under international agreements and conventions, as well as national laws. These legal frameworks aim to conserve the species and its habitat, regulate trade, and promote cooperation among countries to ensure the long-term survival of the African wild dog.