Historie new guinea singing dogs

Thought to be among the rarest species of canine, the highland wild dogs are either the same as or close relatives of the famous singing dogs of New Guinea, which exist only in captivity. DNA evidence suggests that the New Guinea highland wild dog is among the most primitive canines alive today, and it may be a key ancestor of domesticated dogs. Previous reports in 2005 and 2012 suggested the dogs were still living in their highland homes, but neither was considered to be solid, conclusive evidence. In addition to photographic evidence of these rare canines, the researchers observed the dogs first-hand and collected scat samples, which will help scientists better understand the animal’s modern lifestyle and rich history. More than a hundred camera-trap pictures taken in 2016 show at least 15 wild individuals, including males, females, and pups.