Maned Wolf
Chrysocyon brachyurus
Maned Wolf
Chrysocyon brachyurus
The maned wolf is the tallest wild canid in the world, reaching shoulder heights of up to 100 cm. Its long legs allow it to walk more easily through the tall South American grass and give it an excellent view of its surroundings. Although the name suggests a wolf, it is not in fact a close relative of true wolves, but belongs to a special group of South American canids. With its reddish coat and distinctive "maned" appearance, it is one of the most unusual and recognisable members of the dog family in the world.
It also stands out in terms of diet. Among wild canids it is the most plant-eating, with more than 70% of its diet made up of fruit and plants.
Meet and visit
Annual Pass 365
Quality leisure time matters hugely in today’s fast-paced life. With a ZOO Ljubljana annual pass you’ll enjoy pleasant relaxation, more movement, more time with friends and family, plenty of laughter and fun, new learning and discoveries, and many happy moments during your visits. The annual pass costs less than six single visits.
Birthday Adventure
Want to celebrate a birthday a little differently — active and educational? The Birthday Adventure is just the thing. We will take you into the wonderful world of insects and show you some of our most charismatic animals in their enclosures. We will guide you through riddles and interesting stories as you get to know the animals.
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Birthday Celebration
You can celebrate a birthday at ZOO Ljubljana. During the celebration we experience smaller domesticated animals, with a focus on insects. We also visit the more charismatic larger animals in their enclosures and learn many interesting things about them. The celebrations are educational and fun, suitable for children and adults alike. We provide food, drink and an educational and entertaining programme.