Painted wolf by busi2ness

Photography • Animals • posted on Dec 18, 2006

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The day at the lion farm Bona Bona was a huge success and we all enjoyed it very much. For more behind the scenes stories (uncensored) and photos, visit our forum thread please.

I decided to deviate a bit from the usual lion photo and show the African wild dog which also occur on the farm. Edit: These animals are endangered and are bred in captivity to increase their numbers.

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Comments (55)

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kelvinhughes

10:12AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

excellent Piet well done

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VelvetMoxie

10:13AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Oh my....these, too are beautiful creatures! Quite different from the canines here, of course--I love those big ears and the markings are amazing! So when these are on a farm....are they still then wild or do they become tame with generations toward humans? Our wolves, of course look more like a husky breed while these have a look all their own. Are they ever captured and tamed or cross-bred with domestic breeds?

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Littlejock

10:15AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

The look of this wild dog is very diferent.. as usual.. and Your pics is GREAT Piet. I glad you enjoyed. Hugs

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Hendesse

10:16AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Excellent capture of this wild animals. Very impressive shots. Thanks for sharing!!

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Petra-S

10:25AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

super Photos and Prentation!

MrsLubner

10:34AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

how very marvelous! These would be so interesting to see. Are they like coyotes and made into companions if taken from the den before their eyes are open.

antong

10:36AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Lovely capture Piet. These dogs are quite rare - hopefully their numbers are increasing. I only get to see them when I DON"T HAVE MY CAMERA! LOL Oh well. They are exceptional pack hunters and run their prey into the ground with exhaustion. Lovely composition.

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meico

11:02AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

As usual these are marvellous captures of captivating creatures ... the nearest we have here are foxes, and I even like them [and loathe foxhunters!] Thanks for a fascinating glimpse of your world. Mike

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shahlaa

11:04AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Beautiful capture...I don't know where I have been but this is the first time I have ever seen a wild dog...thank you so much for sharing...I've always heard about them and wondered what they looked like, now I know...a beautiful animal for sure.

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Biffowitz

11:11AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

What a fantastic glimpse of family life, and the need to hunt. Fabulous captures, and I like the presentation too!

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st_fish

11:15AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Hey!!! GREAT one, Oom! They certainly are so well painted and excellently camouflaged! Lovely captures of them! Wish we could have seen them too, but we'll just have to come back someday again... 8;o)

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Sekadhar

11:59AM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Very interesting and super done!*****! Like it much!

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Loloe

12:21PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Wow!!! great capture of those lycaons!!! Bravo Piet!!!

Botai

12:28PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

One of these dogs didn't leave a battle unscathed, as evidenced by the loss of the top of one ear. ...a GREAT picture!

Valerie-Ducom

12:45PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Oh yes, so beautiful picture on this animal and excellent composition and idea with 2 photos !!! Good day and hugs ;)

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rainbows

1:08PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Fine capture Oom!! They are well named, the coats do look "painted". Tip top new avator , if I may say so!!! Hugs. Di.

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drag

1:28PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

They are very beautiful and unusual looking dogs. With their long thin legs they must be very fast. So many unique animals you have shared with us. Thanks Piet.

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1010

2:24PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

What pretty fur they have. I don't think I will be adopting one though! Excellent Piet!

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Richardphotos

3:47PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

I bet they are really fast. I had a dog before that had skinny legs like these and she was quicker than greased lightning. superb captures Piet and I like your avatar

P.Winberg

3:48PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

what an unusual unique creature...thankyou for sharing and thankyou for the explanation...so...they are behind a fence? Is there a reason for what looks almost like camouflage? coloring? Is it to blend in with their background? Too many questions...sorry.

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GiMi53

3:50PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

He doesnt look like a wild wolf... but more like a funny dog. Excellent pictures, very well presented. I also like your new avatar, oom Piet ! A smile reflecting your kindness... :~)

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babuci

4:15PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Piet! You present these animals in a such an interesting way. Realy grab my attention. Excelent sharp pictures!

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goodoleboy

4:53PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

Great captures of these variegated creatures, Piet! I'm not going to join the chorus of admirers and call these animals beautiful or marvelous. The dogs don't exactly look like your friendly neighborhood mutt. Admittedly, they are a masterpiece of natural evolution, and appear to be predatory scavengers, built for speed. The large ears indicate fine hearing instruments.

kjpweb

5:29PM | Mon, 18 December 2006

I'm more than happy to "join the chorus of admirers". For one - all animals are beautiful and if only in their own way. And being dangerous does not disqualify them in the beautiful department, or did I miss something? Great capture!

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