Head & Body
Size:
60-72 inches long from head to tail tip
Tail Size:
unknown
Weight:
60-120 lb
Color:
usually grey, but can vary from nearly pure white, red, or brown to black.
Life Span:
average life span of 8-12 years in the wild
Diet:
deer, beaver, snowshoe hare, rodents and other small mammals, but may also include woodchuck, muskrat, coyote, raccoon, insects, nuts, berries and grasses.
The wolf is the largest member of the canine family. Their size does vary depending on geographical location as does their color. The wolf is distinguished from coyotes by having a broader snout and larger feet.