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Ignored by Black-backed Jackals

On one of our game drives at Maasai Mara National Reserve, we came across a pack of jackals. Even though these canines are much smaller than elephants, they seemed much more menacing. It was a relief to be ignored by the black-backed jackals.

Looks a little like a wolf, don’t you think? A couple other my posts of African mammals are A Look Back (cheetah) and Unrestrained Yawns (lions).

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I am curious to know your thoughts.

21 responses to “Ignored by Black-backed Jackals”

  1. XingfuMama Avatar
    XingfuMama

    They are beautiful animals. Maybe it is the ears but they look very alert. I find the black back and tail very interesting. Masai Mara is a wonder-filled place.

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      Thanks! Maasai Mara was an amazing place to be. Thanks for stopping by and commenting. 😊

      Reply
  2. tanjabrittonwriter Avatar
    tanjabrittonwriter

    They are gorgeous. I think they look mostly curious and alert.

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  3. WanderingCanadians Avatar
    WanderingCanadians

    Great shots. They look like a mix between a wolf and fox.

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      Thanks! Yes, they do have similarities to both a wolf and a fox which makes for a lovely result. 😊

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  4. Bay Photos By Donna Avatar
    Bay Photos By Donna

    They look a bit dangerous, glad they left you alone!

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      Me, too! Our guides were wonderful and we had plenty of warnings about not leaving our vehicles. 😉

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  5. Teresa Avatar
    Teresa

    These are wonderful captures.

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      Thanks, Teresa. So glad you enjoyed them. 😊

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  6. Eliza Waters Avatar
    Eliza Waters

    They look more like foxes to me… probably equally cunning, too. 🙂

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      You are right. I’ve only seen red foxes out on the trail and there is some resemblance. 😊

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  7. nesfelicio Avatar
    nesfelicio

    Interesting markings. I’ve only heard of jackals but never seen one. Amazing animals and wonderful captures.

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      They were definitely amazing to watch especially since I will probably never see one again. 😊

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  8. Cheryl Batavia Avatar
    Cheryl Batavia

    Great photo, Pepper! If someone calls you a jackal, it is not a compliment! 👹

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      haha! That is so true, Cheryl. I had not thought of that and thanks for the giggle! 😂

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  9. Sheryl Craig Russell Avatar
    Sheryl Craig Russell

    They have beautiful and unique markings. They do look a little menacing!

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      I remember them looking a bit more menacing when I was right there in an open safari truck. It might have been that I don’t think I’d ever seen jackals before. They really are beautiful and probably not as menacing as I thought. 😉

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      1. Sheryl Craig Russell Avatar
        Sheryl Craig Russell

        I wouldn’t trust them! Coyotes, wolves, jackals I would bet all have the same tendencies and temperaments. But they are very unique in their markings rather pretty! Thank you for sharing

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        1. Pepper Avatar
          Pepper

          I appreciate the warning. Better to err on the side of caution. 😉

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  10. Tranature - quiet moments in nature Avatar
    Tranature – quiet moments in nature

    Wonderful captures Irene, they have such beautiful markings 💛 xxx

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      Yes, they do! I love different layers of coloring. 😊

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