African painted dogs Frida, Vincent and Dante go after a savory snack. Hanging the meat higher in the tree encourages these pack hunters to work together to figure out how to get it down. African painted dogs are among Africa’s most effective predators thanks to their pack mentality when it comes to the hunt! This clip was taken earlier in the year, but keepers routinely place meat throughout their habitat to encourage the pack’s sharp minds and hone their excellent hunting techniques. 📸 Ariana