RED WOLF

CHARACTERIZATION

• Rusty reddish colored fur
• Adult red wolves can weigh 45-80 pounds, stands about 26 inches at the shoulder and about 4 feet long on average

RANGE

• Mostly common in Southeastern U.S before endangerment.

DIET

• Mainly consists of small mammals, such as
• Raccoon, rabbit, and nutria
• With the exception of white tail deer, berries, and occasionally insects.

OTHER INDORMATION

• Lifespan: 6-7 years in the wild and up to 15 years in captivity.
• Mating in Late winter, with a gestation period of 60-63 days for a litter of 2-8 pups.
• Nocturnal animals, with communication including scent marking, vocalizations , facial expressions and body posture.

INTERESTING FACTS

• Hunt alone or in small packs
• Packs consisting of adult male and female breeding pair and offspring.
• Tend to for pair bonds for life.

SCOURCES

• http://nywolf.org/our-wolves/ssp/red-wolves/134-red-wolf-history
• http://www.defenders.org/red-wolf/basic-facts