New Guinea Highland Dogs
Geographic Range: Parts of New Guinea
Status: The current number of in the wilds of New Guinea is not known.
Description: They are usually a golden-red color with white markings on the underside of their chin, on the feet, and at the tip of the tail. They have a stocky build and are quite powerful.
Height: 15 – 18 inches at the shoulder
Weight: 20 – 30 lbs
Habitat: Rocky habitats in parts of New Guinea
Typical Diet: They are carnivorous, with their main prey being small mammals. One of these prey species is the cuscus, a small nocturnal marsupial.
Similar Species: Australian dingo, domestic dogs
Special Notes:
- Also known as New Guinea Singing Dogs
- Are thought to be nocturnal (active at night) or crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk).
- They bark, whine, howl, yelp and scream. The sounds may be used to communicate, or when in distress. They also communicate through body posture.
