Bush Dog

The bush dog is a canine found in Central and South America. In spite of its extensive range, it is very rare in most areas except in Suriname, Guyana and Peru; it was first identified by Peter Wilhelm Lund from fossils in Brazilian caves and was believed to be extinct.

Conservation status: Near Threatened (Population decreasing)

Mass: 13 lbs (Adult)

Scientific name: Speothos venaticus

Trophic level: Carnivorous

Closest relative: the maned wolf

Family: Canidae