r/paintedwolves
Lycaon Pictus aka Painted Dogs, Painted Wolves, African Wild Dogs, African Hunting Dogs, Lobo Pintado, Afrikanischer Wildhund, リカオン…
How to think about r/paintedwolves
This community is dedicated to the conservation and awareness of Painted Dogs, also known as African Wild Dogs or Lycaon Pictus. Members share information, research, and personal experiences related to these endangered animals, fostering a supportive environment for wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists. The community stands out for its focus on education and advocacy, encouraging discussions around the challenges faced by these species and the efforts to protect them.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Participants in this community are typically wildlife enthusiasts, conservation advocates, and animal lovers, often ranging from students to professionals in related fields. The vibe is passionate and supportive, with members deeply invested in the welfare of Painted Dogs. They care about conservation efforts, wildlife photography, and sharing knowledge about the species and its habitat.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes educational posts, conservation news, personal stories, and high-quality wildlife photography. Members appreciate well-researched articles and discussions that promote awareness about Painted Dogs. Posts that are overly promotional or lack substance tend to receive downvotes. The community encourages regular posting but values quality over quantity, with members actively engaging in discussions.
Brand engagement notes
Brands looking to engage with this community should focus on authentic storytelling and educational content rather than overt promotion. Collaborating with conservation organizations or sharing informative resources about Painted Dogs can resonate well. Avoiding direct sales pitches and instead fostering genuine discussions about wildlife conservation will likely yield a more positive reception. Visual content, such as stunning photography or videos of Painted Dogs in their natural habitat, can also enhance engagement.
Top keywords
What r/paintedwolves talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
- i.redd.it
- reddit.com
- youtu.be
- v.redd.it
- fb.watch
- youtube.com
- artistsforpainteddogs.com
- wildlifeact.com
- tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com
- theconversation.com
- latestsightings.com
- newscientist.com
- bbc.com
- africanparks.org
- malamala.com
- treehugger.com
- m.youtube.com
- thestandard.newsday.co.zw
- discoverwildlife.com
- davidshepherd.org
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/EgweneMalazanEmpire
- u/Culycon276
- u/PeterApps
- u/ABucketofBeetles
- u/javier_aeoa
- u/hikalkaC
- u/JuuL_pawb
- u/Paladin-Leeroy
- u/grietjiegirl
- u/scrimshawphotography
- u/movingpicturesafrica
- u/Vinegar-TomTom
- u/cyanocittaetprocyon
- u/Alex_explorer_
- u/[deleted]
- u/spartan_dogs
- u/LilBearArtist
- u/Z1pl1ne
- u/Urocyon_abiectius
- u/ILikePlanks
- u/HannasArtStudio
- u/zoefitchet
- u/Imacleverjam
- u/KaylaFainArt
- u/sabotajmahaulinass
- u/Redstoneprime
- u/Artikggggg
- u/Caustizer
- u/MashyTash
- u/tovey_art
- u/Miw_chupacabra789
- u/vipcopboop
- u/Koorsboom
- u/mechon1
- u/jaildoc
- u/rahafsuw
- u/PaulBKalil
- u/Pauliens_pet_art
- u/maxhemy2
- u/SSJoftheWatch
- u/Quiet-History7398
- u/Robin_Kruger_Videos
- u/LisaGriffis
- u/nkdby
- u/magpie2295
- u/Jeedler
- u/AfricaGeographic
By votes
- u/EgweneMalazanEmpire
- u/Culycon276
- u/ABucketofBeetles
- u/javier_aeoa
- u/spartan_dogs
- u/Paladin-Leeroy
- u/hikalkaC
- u/JuuL_pawb
- u/scrimshawphotography
- u/grietjiegirl
- u/LilBearArtist
- u/Z1pl1ne
- u/Urocyon_abiectius
- u/Vinegar-TomTom
- u/movingpicturesafrica
- u/ILikePlanks
- u/HannasArtStudio
- u/Imacleverjam
- u/zoefitchet
- u/PeterApps
- u/KaylaFainArt
- u/sabotajmahaulinass
- u/Redstoneprime
- u/Artikggggg
- u/Caustizer
- u/cyanocittaetprocyon
- u/tovey_art
- u/MashyTash
- u/Miw_chupacabra789
- u/Alex_explorer_
- u/vipcopboop
- u/Koorsboom
- u/mechon1
- u/rahafsuw
- u/jaildoc
- u/PaulBKalil
- u/Pauliens_pet_art
- u/maxhemy2
- u/SSJoftheWatch
- u/Quiet-History7398
- u/[deleted]
- u/Robin_Kruger_Videos
- u/LisaGriffis
- u/nkdby
- u/magpie2295
- u/Jeedler
- u/AfricaGeographic
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/EgweneMalazanEmpire
- u/cyanocittaetprocyon
- u/Culycon276
- u/maxhemy2
- u/sand_cat10
- u/javier_aeoa
- u/grammar_jew666
- u/its_miakat
- u/Redqueenhypo
- u/MeatRabbitGang
- u/crabbydotca
- u/Pixel22104
- u/Konradleijon
- u/onairmastering
- u/sushithekittycat
- u/WeirdUncleTim
- u/DafinchyCode
- u/ChingShih
- u/ZacHefner
- u/SpookiewithdatBootie
- u/earthlings_all
- u/catxcat310
- u/Hubris_draws_stuff
- u/johnbarnshack
- u/MrsConstrued
- u/Urocyon_abiectius
- u/NotsoslyFoxxo
- u/KuropatwiQ
- u/LisaGriffis
- u/mininmumconfidence
- u/N_Paint_tattoo
- u/Redstoneprime
- u/PapuaOldGuinea
- u/BCVinny
- u/Gerreth_Gobulcoque
- u/magicone2571
- u/sikuaqisnotslovenian
- u/cheetle_dust
- u/Poodlelucy
- u/TheShySeal
- u/hikalkaC
- u/aarocks94
- u/AndyWGaming
- u/waterlorelei
- u/x_YawingLegende_x
- u/CrimsonCrystals
- u/WendyBlackWolf
- u/dogGirl666
- u/wellsgrant
- u/seriouslyacrit
- u/Ermaquillz
- u/mescaleeto
- u/sammythacat
- u/joebuzzard954
- u/Cory2020
- u/BellowsPDX
- u/crow454
- u/hammertapp
- u/Lou7204
- u/afipunk84
- u/SweetMeatin
- u/artistoilpainter_
- u/bondsthatmakeusfree
- u/missyrainbow12
- u/ForgingIron
By votes
- u/EgweneMalazanEmpire
- u/cyanocittaetprocyon
- u/Pixel22104
- u/Culycon276
- u/its_miakat
- u/sushithekittycat
- u/Konradleijon
- u/ChingShih
- u/Redqueenhypo
- u/bondsthatmakeusfree
- u/WeirdUncleTim
- u/DafinchyCode
- u/Ermaquillz
- u/afipunk84
- u/Urocyon_abiectius
- u/NotsoslyFoxxo
- u/maxhemy2
- u/Gerreth_Gobulcoque
- u/onairmastering
- u/TheShySeal
- u/hikalkaC
- u/javier_aeoa
- u/Cory2020
- u/grammar_jew666
- u/ZacHefner
- u/SpookiewithdatBootie
- u/johnbarnshack
- u/waterlorelei
- u/dogGirl666
- u/MeatRabbitGang
- u/crabbydotca
- u/earthlings_all
- u/KuropatwiQ
- u/mininmumconfidence
- u/N_Paint_tattoo
- u/aarocks94
- u/AndyWGaming
- u/sand_cat10
- u/x_YawingLegende_x
- u/wellsgrant
- u/sammythacat
- u/hammertapp
- u/Lou7204
- u/missyrainbow12
- u/Redstoneprime
- u/sikuaqisnotslovenian
- u/cheetle_dust
- u/Poodlelucy
- u/CrimsonCrystals
- u/ForgingIron
- u/catxcat310
- u/Hubris_draws_stuff
- u/MrsConstrued
- u/LisaGriffis
- u/PapuaOldGuinea
- u/BCVinny
- u/magicone2571
- u/WendyBlackWolf
- u/seriouslyacrit
- u/mescaleeto
- u/joebuzzard954
- u/BellowsPDX
- u/crow454
- u/SweetMeatin
- u/artistoilpainter_
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FAQ
r/paintedwolves — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/paintedwolves have?
r/paintedwolves has approximately 7,357 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/paintedwolves created?
r/paintedwolves was created on September 5, 2018 (8 years ago).
What is r/paintedwolves about?
This community is dedicated to the conservation and awareness of Painted Dogs, also known as African Wild Dogs or Lycaon Pictus. Members share information, research, and personal experiences related to these endangered animals, fostering a supportive environment for wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists. The community stands out for its focus on education and advocacy, e…
What subreddits are similar to r/paintedwolves?
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Who are the most active posters on r/paintedwolves?
The most frequent posters on r/paintedwolves include u/EgweneMalazanEmpire, u/Culycon276, u/PeterApps.
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