African Wild Dog (Painted Dog) in Kruger National Park — A Complete Guide

The African wild dog (Lycaon pictus, also called the painted dog) is one of Africa's most endangered carnivores — fewer than 7,000 remain in the wild. Kruger National Park holds approximately 350–450 individuals across the public park and the Greater Kruger reserves, making it one of the continent's most important strongholds. From Hoedspruit, sightings are uncommon but extraordinary.