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Jackal

Canis Aureus/Lupulella Adustus/Lupulella Mesomelas

Jackal usually refers to three species: the golden jackal (Canis aureus), found mainly across Eurasia, and two African species—the black-backed jackal (Lupulella mesomelas) and side-striped jackal (Lupulella adusta)—which many current taxonomies place in the genus Lupulella. Jackals are typically opportunistic feeders (often described as omnivorous) and commonly live in mated pairs, sometimes with “helpers” (older offspring) that assist with raising pups.

Jackal usually refers to three species: the golden jackal (Canis aureus), found mainly across Eurasia, and two African species—the black-backed jackal (Lupulella mesomelas) and side-striped jackal (Lupulella adusta)—which many current taxonomies place in the genus Lupulella. Jackals are typically opportunistic feeders (often described as omnivorous) and commonly live in mated pairs, sometimes with “helpers” (older offspring) that assist with raising pups.