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Longest mammal dispersal recorded as wild dogs travel 4,126 km

By Drooid · Sep 17, 2026, 10:44 AM UTC · How we work

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Three male African wild dogs completed a 4,126-km, eight-month dispersal, the longest recorded for any mammal.
They traveled from Kafue National Park in western Zambia to the Luangwa Valley.
Researchers GPS-collared 19 groups, recording 9,863 km moved by four dispersing groups.
Study showed eastern and southern African wild-dog populations remain connected despite fragmented habitats.
Matt Becker said connectivity works but more protection is needed as dogs die in wire snares.

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Story summary

Three male African wild dogs completed a 4,126-km, eight-month dispersal, the longest recorded for any mammal.
They traveled from Kafue National Park in western Zambia to the Luangwa Valley.
Researchers GPS-collared 19 groups, recording 9,863 km moved by four dispersing groups.
Study showed eastern and southern African wild-dog populations remain connected despite fragmented habitats.
Matt Becker said connectivity works but more protection is needed as dogs die in wire snares.