Arctic Wolves - Feeding and Hunting
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Massachusetts Underwater Photographic Society © 2003
Charlotte L. Richardson
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As it was already mentioned, Arctic Wolves are found in Alaska, Greenland and northern Canada, where they are secure against human invasion. They are pack animals, and packs usually consist of a mating pair and their yet unmated offspring of different generations. Pregnant females leave packs and dwell in dens, where they give birth to pups and raise them. They take up residence in caves or rock outcroppings, because permafrost makes it hard to dig ground.
Pups feed on milk and food stuff, regurgitated by adult wolves. Mature wolves feed on arctic hares, lemmings, and large prey, such as caribou and musk oxen. These animals are too big and strong for a single wolf; therefore, hunting requires coordinated action of many animals. Wolves succeed when they manage to disperse a herd and take young or weak animals. Feeding usually takes place right on the spot.
Arctic wolves have to roam vast expanses of tundra in search for food, because most part of the year the territory is covered with snow. Their hunting range covers 800-1000 square miles, and sometimes they travel far south in winter, following caribou and oxen. As with other wolf species, Arctic wolves can set on every animal they can physically destroy, using their strong jaws and sharp fangs.
Arctic Wolves - General Information Links
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Tim Knight © 1996-2003
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Arctic Wolf - Arctic wolves inhabit some of the most inhospitable terrain in the world. ... The arctic wolves must hunt together in packs when seeking large prey.
Arctic Wolf - It is estimated that Arctic wolves still roam over 95 per cent of their former range,
mainly because their remote location has protected them from civilization .
Arctic wolf (Canis lupus arctos) - Adult Arctic wolves are between 25 and 31 inches in height (measured at shoulder).
Arctic Wolf Printout- EnchantedLearning.com - Arctic Wolf Printout: Arctic Wolves are wild dogs that live in the Canadian Arctic. These carnivores (meat-eaters) are fast runners that have thick white fur.
Arctic Wolf - View photos and video clips of the arctic wolf. Includes habitat and scientific facts.
Arctic wolves - Arctic wolves (Canis lupus arctos) are a subspecies of grey wolf (Canis lupus arctos) that occur on Canada's arctic islands and the eastern and northern shores.
Arctic Wolves - Pictures, Breeders, Arctic Wolf Babies - Click here and read about Arctic Wolvws, their natural habitat and general appearance.
Arctic Wolves - The map to the right shows the location of arctic wolves. ... Click on map for larger
view that is easy to read. How many arctic wolves are there?
Arctic Wolves (Canis lupus arctos) - Facts about the endangered status, habitat, range, and diet of this mammal. Includes photos.
Arctic Wolves and their Prey - Essay and photo gallery on arctic wolves and their prey by a widely recognized expert.
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Wolf Conservation Center © 2003
Lukas
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Canadian Arctic White Wolves Adventure Caribou Muskox Raptors - View arctic wildlife, few people have had the opportunity to see, such as arctic wolves, caribou and musk ox.
Food Habits of Arctic Wolves in Greenland - Food Habits of Arctic Wolves in Greenland. Ulf Marquard-Petersen. 1998.
Ladywildlifes Artic Wolves Page - Habitats: Arctic wolves inhabit some of the most inhospitable terrain in the world.
The Arctic Wolf - Arctic wolves live on the islands of the Canadian Arctic, and the north
coast of Greenland, roughly north of 70ø North latitude.
The Arctic Wolf (Canis lupus arctos) - ExploreNorth - Bear Country USA Basic information on Arctic wolves, and photos of the wolves in this South Dakota wildlife park are posted.
The Arctic Wolves Expedition - Click on this link and read some fascinating stories about life in the mysterious wastelands of the Arctic.
Wild Wolves - Find out how wolves are making a comeback and discover the ancient connection between dogs and wolves.
Wild World of Wolves - Learn about the history of wolves, the importance of preserving them, the meaning of packs, and listen to howl sound files.
Types of Wolves - Facts on many different species of wolves broken down by subspecies.
Wolf Guide - Hunting and feeding, pack life, breeding, and anatomy of the wolf. Includes facts about different species, provides news, and tells how you can help preserve the wolves.
Wolf Song of Alaska - A non-profit organization dedicated to achieving an understanding of the wolf through education and awareness. Find out how to get involved and explore the resources offered.
