Category:Wolf

Wolf.

The wolf (Canis lupus) also known as the grey/gray wolf or timber wolf is a canine native to the wilderness and remote areas. It is the largest extant member of its family, with males averaging 43-45 kg (95-99 lb) and females 36-38.5 kg (79-85 lb).It is distinguished from other Canis species by its larger size and less pointed features, particularly on the ears and muzzle. Its winter fur is long and bushy and predominantly a mottled gray in color, although nearly pure white, red, and brown to black also occur.