Tag: canidae

What Are Canids?

Canids are among one of the most recognized groups of animals in the world – and that’s nothing new. In fact, canids have been an important part of human culture for centuries, playing an invaluable role in environmental preservation.

The word “canid” is used to describe the “Canidae” family of animals – this covers an incredibly broad range of species including dogs, coyotes and foxes! Each of these are amazingly unique, all with their own mental, physical and characteristic traits.

So what unites these massively different animals? What does a friendly, happy retriever have in common with the sly antics … Continue