The golden jackal is a wild species of canid whose arrival and establishment in France is closely monitored. It is present over a vast area that extends from southern mainland Asia to Europe, passing through India, the Middle East and Turkey.
It likes wetlands, marshes and river banks and is not bothered by human presence. It avoids areas with the presence of wolves and areas affected by significant snow, "it is also mentioned," says the French Office for Biodiversity (OFB) The oldest listed in France dates back to 2017 and has been observed in several departments.