Wolf (Gray) in natural habitat
Least Concern

Wolf (Gray)

Canis lupus

About

The gray wolf is a large canine and the ancestor of the domestic dog. They are highly social animals that live in packs with complex social structures and communication systems.

Habitat

Forests, tundra, and grasslands of North America, Europe, and Asia

Diet

Carnivorous - deer, elk, moose, and smaller mammals

In Pop Culture

Game of Thrones

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Direwolves are fictional creatures in the series, modeled after large gray wolves.

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Fun Facts

  • Wolves can run at speeds of up to 40 mph in short bursts.
  • They have a complex system of communication including howls, growls, barks, and body language.
  • A wolf's sense of smell is up to 100 times better than a human's.

Conservation

StatusLeast Concern

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