Eastern Timber Wolf Facts
- The Eastern Wolf is a sub species of the coyote and the gray wolf
- The male wolf weighs between 55-77 lbs
- The female weighs between 44-66 lbs
- It can be colored gray, tan, red or a mix
- They howl and use body language to communicate
- Their tails can be between 15 and 19 inches long
- A pack of eastern timber wolves territory can range from 20-120 square miles
The Eastern Timber Wolf Classification
The Eastern Timber Wolf's scientific name is the Canis lycaon.
Eastern Timber Wolf Reproduction
Only the alpha male can mate in a pack. The alpha male and a female mate in February. The pups are then born in late April or early May, in litters of 3-7. In June or July they leave their dens and go to an open area with their pack. The pack feeds the pups until they can hunt for themselves.
Eastern Timber Wolf Adaptations
The eastern timber wolf has many adaptations to help it survive. Here is a list of some of the adaptations.
- Sharp claws and teeth helps the wolf hunt and eat.
- Fur to keep warm and to keep moisture out.
- Enhanced senses like eyesight, hearing and smell to help it hunt and defend its territory.
- Being able to see very well at night
- Paws with traction so it can run fast and walk on difficult terrain.