wild dogs

Solving the mystery of Serengeti’s vanishing wild dogs

Twenty-five years ago, African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus) disappeared from Serengeti National Park. A firestorm of debate followed when one researcher claimed that handling by scientists was the cause. New research refutes that claim and offers another explanation.

Serengeti Park disappearing

Serengeti National Park is the symbol of Africa’s abundant wildlife. The park as we know it today could be history within a few decades.