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Tanzania - Ngorongoro crater - black-backed jackal (Lupulella mesomelas)

Black-backed jackal (Lupulella mesomelas) stands in a grassy landscape, possibly yawning or vocalizing. Its coat features a distinctive black saddle and reddish-brown sides and legs. This medium-sized canine has erect ears and a bushy tail. The setting suggests a savanna or grassland environment, typical of regions like the Ngorongoro Crater in Tanzania. The animal appears alert, with an open mouth, possibly engaging in natural behavior associated with its environment.