The maned wolf (Chrysocyon brachyurus) is a unique canid native to South America. Despite its name and appearance, it is neither a true wolf nor a fox. The maned wolf has long, slender legs that help it navigate through tall grasslands, a reddish-brown coat, large erect ears, and a distinctive black mane along its neck and back that stands up when it feels threatened or is trying to communicate. This species is solitary by nature and primarily nocturnal. It is omnivorous, with a diet that includ

🦊🔊 During maned wolf breeding season, Cheetah Conservation Station’s male maned wolves, Mateo and Quito, “roar bark” at dawn and dusk. In the wild, this call lets a wolf’s mate know where they are and warns other wolves to stay away. . . . 🌎 The maned wolf is the largest canid of South America. It looks more like a long-legged fox than a wolf. Genetic studies show that it is neither fox nor true wolf, but a distinct species! . . . #NatZooZen | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biolo

IBERÁ: STRONGHOLD OF THE MANED WOLF An unprecedented study is being carried out in Iberá by our offspring Fundación Rewilding Argentina: monitoring the maned wolf with satellite technology. The placement of GPS satellite collars on a dozen animals, coupled with camera-trap monitoring and direct observations, are helping us to learn more about this mysterious species, which is the largest wild canine in South America. This cutting technology has allowed our teammates to observe in detail the terr