Jackal

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Black-backed jackal

Description

A wild, canine species (genus Canis) native to Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and South America. Jackals are medium sized mammals with golden, black, or multi-colored fur. The tip of their tail is usually dark. Their short, coarse fur has been used for trimming capes and coats.

Synonyms and Related Terms

chakal (Turk.)

Authority

  • Edward Reich, Carlton J. Siegler, Consumer Goods: How to Know and Use Them, American Book Company, New York City, 1937
  • The American Heritage Dictionary or Encarta, via Microsoft Bookshelf 98, Microsoft Corp., 1998

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