Unprecedented photos of extremely rare ‘ghost dog’ captured in Amazon rainforest (opens original article in a new tab)

A rare short-eared dog, known as a 'ghost dog,' has been discovered in the Amazon forests of Bolivia and Peru through camera trap studies, revealing it is more abundant than previously believed and highlighting the need for protected areas to ensure its survival.

• Short-eared dog, a rare canid, has been found in Amazon forests of Bolivia and Peru through camera traps.
• The species has a dark coat, small ears, short legs, and webbed paws, and is more abundant than previously thought.
• Camera trap data show the dog is active during the day and lives in upland forests, requiring protected areas for conservation.
• The study suggests short-eared dogs are more numerous than jaguars but less than ocelots in the Amazon.