An African wild dog stands away from its pack. Once found across sub-Saharan Africa, populations of this large canine have now declined to the point of endangerment due to habitat fragmentation, contact with humans, and disease. They are incredibly social within their packs and possibly use the unique, beautiful painted patterns of their coats to identify one another. Unlike domesticated dogs, these large, wild canines evolved into fast and stealthy carnivores that are able to chase their prey for long distances. This photograph was taken in September of 2023 in Lower Zambezi National Park.