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Black-backed Jackal (Canis mesomelas)

The Black-backed Jackal is a clever and highly adaptable predator found throughout southern Africa. Known for its distinctive reddish coat and black "saddle" along the back, this medium-sized canid is both a skilled scavenger and an efficient hunter in its own right.

Often active at night and during early mornings, jackals are opportunistic feeders, preying on small mammals, birds, and carrion. Their sharp senses, cunning behavior, and high-pitched calls make them a familiar yet challenging target.

From a hunting perspective, black-backed jackals are often pursued for predator management, especially around farmlands and game reserves, and they make attractive small predator trophies for collectors.

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