Reproduction and Behavior
This species has some unique behaviors not typical to other canids. Females of this species are about almost 1/3 larger than males. The excited male sprays a musk produced by the tail glands. It prefers a solitary lifestyle, in forest areas. It avoids humans in the natural environment. Agitated males will raise the hairs on their backs.
Lifespan and gestation period are unknown, although it is assumed that sexual maturity is reached at about one year of age.
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