Study maps dwindling dhole habitats in Asia

Dholes, also known as Asiatic wild dogs, are in trouble.

They used to live in many places across Asia, but now they are only found in small, scattered groups.

A recent study looked at where these wild dogs might still live and thrive.

The researchers used special computer models to find out which areas have the right conditions for dholes.

They found that the best places for dholes are in western and central India, and across the Himalayan foothills into Southeast Asia.

The study also showed that Southeast Asia has the most potential habitat for dholes, and India has the largest area where they might live.

However, the forests where dholes live are not well connected, which makes it hard for them to move around and find mates.

The researchers say it's important to protect not just the forests where dholes live, but also the areas around them so that the wild dogs can move freely.

They also say that countries need to work together to save the dholes because they live in many different places.

The main threats to dholes are habitat loss from farming, roads, and cities, as well as conflicts with humans and diseases from domestic dogs.