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Bush Dog

Bush Dog (Speothos venaticus)

  • Native to Central and South America
  • Weighs up to 15 pounds (7 kg)
  • Feeds on large rodents like paca and capybara
  • Live in hollow tree trunks and burrows
  • Found in small packs of up to 12 animals
  • Has webbed feet which aid in navigating in water

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