A Remarkable Creature: Nicholas Dyer Print

Tris of the Nyakasanga – Mana Pools

This Picture opens the first chapter of the book.  This is what Nick and Peter wrote:

“On the opposite page stands a creature that most of the world doesn’t know exists and, of those that do, many don’t care.  She is not a dog, she is not a wolf, she is not a hyena.  She is, nevertheless, very special. 

Her name is Lycaon pictus and she is known as the wild dog, Cape hunting dog, African hunting dog and painted dog.  She is also known as the painted wolf, which is the nearest translation to her scientific name and the label we choose to use. 

But more importantly, to us she is Tris of the Nyakasanga Pack who roams the Zambezi Valley – the daughter of Blacktip and Hornet and granddaughter of Tait and Jed.  Like the rest of her pack she is a unique creature; individually patterned, with a distinct personality and well deserving of her own name. 

With so few left in the world, they are all important – every single wolf counts.  Who knows what her future role might be in the regeneration of her species. 

To know them is to love them, and the purpose of our book is simply to share with you what we know, what we have seen and what we love. 

For those who have had the privilege of seeing painted wolves, we hope you are reminded of that special experience and that this book reignites joyful memories and tells you more about their lives. 

For those who have yet to experience this delight, we hope to show you that, in remote parts of the African continent, there lives a little-known animal that is very remarkable indeed.” 

Prints will be on high-quality paper, 60cm on the longest edge, and signed by Nick.  Each will be signed and numbered from a limited run of 50, come with a certificate of authentication, and will include a signed copy of Painted Wolves: A Wild Dog's Life. 

Postage will be added on checkout. 

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