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World's Largest Wolves by Weight: The Mighty and the At-Risk
These supersized wolves are a blend of power, intelligence and adaptability. Weighing around 77 pounds (34.9 kg) on average, the Himalayan wolf (Canis lupus chanco) is not your average wolf. Living up ...
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Evolution of the Dog
The dog, Canis familiaris, is a direct descendent of the gray wolf, Canis lupus: In other words, dogs as we know them are domesticated wolves. Not only their behavior changed; domestic dogs are ...
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8 most dangerous wolf breeds: From the mighty grey wolf to the elusive Himalayan wolf
Wolves, being apex predators, have always captivated and intimidated people. Some species and subspecies stand out because of their sheer size, strength, and predatory tendencies. These dangerous ...
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Study: Wolves in Germany have among the highest survival rates
The survival rates of the German wolf population are among the highest in the world, according to a new study that helps ...
Call of the wild: 10 camera traps capture ‘urban’ wolves of West Bengal's Durgapur in 3 packs
A groundbreaking study reveals the presence of urban Indian wolves in Durgapur, West Bengal, with camera traps capturing ...
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Wolf Project aims to advance science, management practices
The launch of the California Wolf Project (CAWP) within UC Berkeley’s Rausser College of Natural Resources establishes a long ...
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Gray Wolf
Like the red wolf, 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 ...