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Planet Zoo 2 African Wild Dog
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the African Wild Dog in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
African Wild Dog requirements
| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Biome | Grassland |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 930 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 100 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 10 m² |
| Temperature | 14 to 36 °C |
| Group size | 2–27 |
| Barrier | Grade 2, at least 3 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Endangered |
At 930 m² of land, the African Wild Dog needs more land than 88% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
African Wild Dog space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (27 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 27 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 930 m² | 100 m² | 3530 m² |
Shelter: 10 m² per animal.
African Wild Dog barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 2 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 3 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
African Wild Dog species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (shoulder height) | male 0.73 m, female 0.64 m |
Setup checklist for an African Wild Dog habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the African Wild Dog as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 930 m², plus Land 100 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 2 barrier at least 3 m high.
- Keep the temperature within 14 to 36 °C and theme the area as Grassland.
- Plan a group of 2 to 27 animals.
Animals that can live with the African Wild Dog
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the African Wild Dog, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the African Wild Dog next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Aardvark, African Leopard, African Penguin, African Savannah Elephant.
FAQ
How much space does an African Wild Dog need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 930 m² for the African Wild Dog, plus Land 100 m² for each additional animal, and 10 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does an African Wild Dog need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the African Wild Dog needs a temperature of 14 to 36 °C and a group size of 2–27, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with an African Wild Dog in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the African Wild Dog, and no other species lists it.