Goldschakal Population Expanding Across Germany

The elusive wild canine is spreading rapidly, raising questions about its impact on ecosystems and livestock.

Wildlife expert Felix Böcker reports increased sightings of goldschakals in Germany over the past four to five years.
Goldschakals, closely related to wolves, are originally from Southeast Europe and South Asia but are now found as far north as Norway and Finland.
The species is protected in Germany, making it illegal to hunt them, and they pose no threat to humans according to environmental organizations.
Despite their preference for smaller prey, there have been confirmed incidents of goldschakals preying on sheep in Germany.
The impact of goldschakals on local ecosystems remains uncertain, but they are not currently classified as an invasive species.