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.