Characteristic features These animals have a yellow-brownish fur, the back and the tail is black. With a shoulder height of 45 to 50cm and a weight of 6-10kg this jackal is day and night active as long as he feels secure.
Special characteristics As animals that live in monogamy they have only one partner.
Food Their prey consists of insects, rodents, reptiles, birds, hares, young antelopes, eggs and fruits.
Enemies Their most common enemies are leopards, cheetahs, lions and pythons.
Life expectancy Their life expectancy is from 10 to 14 years.