Dhole

The dhole (Cuon alpinus) is an endangered wild dog, originating from South Asia, also called the Indian Wild Dog, the Red Dog, the Asiatic Dog, or the Whistling Hunter. Its scientific name means "mountain dog". It is estimated that about 2,500 dholes remain worldwide, mostly in national parks and sanctuaries. It is mostly threatened by habitat destruction and hunting. The hunting also includes the prosecution and poisoning of the dholes by farmers when their livestock is attacked. A pack of dholes is capable of bringing down prey 10 times its size including all kinds of deer, buffalos, boars, etc. and they are excellent swimmers.