Social interactions of black-backed jackals <i>canis mesomelas</i> in the Kalahari Gemsbok National Park

Social interactions among black-backed jackals are recognised as amicable, agonistic and aggressive. Allogrooming within a jackal pair is common, and a fixed "greeting" ceremony takes place between the pair members. Agonistic postures are well-developed, and closely follow the typical cani...

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Published in:Koedoe: African Protected Area Conservation and Science
Main Author: J.W.H. Ferguson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AOSIS 1978-09-01
Online Access:https://koedoe.co.za/index.php/koedoe/article/view/969