Band-Tailed Wounder

A dalmatian wounder (Latinotroodon procyonocauda) is a species of large wounder native to the forests and swamps of Argentina and Chile. It is an omnivore that mainly feeds on arthropods, fish, frogs, smaller reptiles, birds, eggs, small mammals, carrion, fruits, and leaves, but can also feed on man-made food. It can grow to be around 14.5-16 feet long and weigh around 100-125 pounds when fully grown. Band-tailed wounders are solitary animals, living most of their lives alone, but the males often find females to mate with during breeding seasons. The conservation status of the band-tailed wounder is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts and the band-tailed wounders' tolerance to human activities, including being able to adapt to life in the cities and suburbs.