Gallery description : wolf

Wolfs are mammals that lead a pack lifestyle. Sometimes wolfs are called canis rufus, this is a scientific name for the animal. It comes from the genus of the mammal - canis. Fasted recorded speed of a wolf is 75km/h (46mph). The mammals usually live for 10-12 years. Wolfs weight about 25-40kg (55-88lbs). The size is about 60-91cm (24-36in).

Facts about wolfs
NameWolf
Size60-91cm (24-36in)
TypeMammal
Skin TypeFur
ClassMammalia
PredatorsHuman
Scientific NameCanis rufus
Average Litter Size4
GenusCanis
PhylumChordata
LifestylePack
HabitatGrass plains and woodland
ColourBlack, brown, grey, white
FamilyCanidae
OrderCarnivora
KingdomAnimalia
Weight25-40kg (55-88lbs)
DietCarnivore
Life Span10-12 years
Top Speed75km/h (46mph)
Main PreyDeer, elk, moose
Conservation StatusThreatened
Image Details
Description Wolf. wolf in forest
Width 1520 pixels
Heigh 1080 pixels
File type JPG
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