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Class
Mammals
Order
Carnivora
Family
Canidae
Zoo section
Mixed forest
Diet
Carnivorous
IUCN Status
Least concern
Diet
Carnivorous, feeding principally on small mammals, carrion, birds, frogs, insects, but also eats berries.
Lifespan
Up to 10 years in the wild and up to 12 years in captivity.
Reproduction
Sexually mature at 10 months. Mating occurs between December and March. The 4-7 cubs are born between March and May after a gestation period of 2 months, and are weaned after 4-5 weeks.
Predators
Canadian lynx, bobcat, coyote, wolverine, gray wolf and black bear.