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Why are African wild dogs able to form packs of up to 40?

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Portrait of an African wild dog, Cape hunting dog, or painted wolf, Lycaon pictus. Mala Mala Game Reserve, South Africa..
Retry Correct Incorrect According to the African Wildlife Foundation, African wild dog packs exhibit a great deal of social intelligence and are largely able to live without aggression or intimidation. They’re also known to cooperate when caring for wounded or sick dogs in their pack.
Sergio Pitamitz / VWPics/Universal Images Group via Getty Images
Sergio Pitamitz / VWPics/Universal Images Group via Getty Images

Why are African wild dogs able to form packs of up to 40?

  • They have to be able to compete with hyenas
  • They can resolve most issues within the pack non-aggressively
  • They chase prey large enough to feed all of them
  • They hate every other animal more than each other
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