It's important to know that not only are Dingoes a distinct species, but also a distinct group of predators, SEPARATE from dogs and wolves. We all know that Dingoes have been here for millennia, and they were first mentioned as a species in 1793. At that time they were called Canis Dingo❗️ However, their official name was soon changed to Canis Lupus Dingo, on the assumption that Dingoes were, in fact, a subspecies of wolf and within the same evolutionary clad as domestic dogs. All that can go ou

Dingoes are genetically, behaviorally, and ecologically distinct from domestic dogs, and should be recognised as a separate species or subspecies. Research shows they've been on their own evolutionary path for thousands of years, meeting the four conditions for taxonomic distinctiveness: reproductive isolation, genetic distinctiveness, independent evolutionary path, and distinctiveness from South-East Asian village dogs. The proposed scientific name for Dingoes is either Canis dingo or Canis lup

The attached study's findings highlight the Dingoes distinct genetic lineage, shaped by thousands of years of isolation. The lack of evidence for introgression with domestic dogs suggests that conservation efforts should focus on protecting the Dingoes genetic integrity. This is crucial given the ongoing threats of lethal control and habitat destruction, which could undermine the Dingoes continued evolution as a unique canid lineage. Please find attached the latest genetic studies for your infor