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Evidence emerges that African and Eurasian golden jackals (Canis aureus) are two distinct species

Posted on August 1, 2015 by wolfpark

Both Eurasia and Africa are home to populations of animals known as “golden jackals” (Canis aureus).  Visually, they are extremely similar; genetically, however, they appear to be very distinct. After analyzing DNA collected from both populations of jackals (as well … Continue reading →

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