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Tibetan Wolf

The Tibetan wolf is one of the 38 subspecies of gray wolf and is often considered to be the same as the Himalayan wolf (based on DNA research). This wolf has a sharp face and a pair of big pointed ears.

Tibetan Wolf

Scientific Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassMammalia
OrderCarnivora
FamilyCanidae
GenusCanis
SpeciesCanis lupus
Scientific NameCanis lupus filchneri

Quick Information

DescriptionSize: 58-65 in (147-165 cm)

Weight: 65-70 lb (29.4-31.74 kg)

Color: Earthy brown body, yellow to white belly and face
DistributionTibetan plateau, Xichang , Qinghai, and Gansu of China
HabitatAlpine forests
Sounds & communicationHowls
Lifespan6-13 years
DietDomestic sheep, mountain sheep, wild yaks, domestic goats, antelopes, and Thorold’s deer
AdaptationsIts physical feature is good for adapting in the high-altitude areas. The fur makes the wolf survive in the chilly zones.
IUCN Conservation StatusNot listed
Tibetan Wolf Size
Tibetan Wolf Image

Behavior

  • They live in groups known as pack.
  • They are not territorial per say.

Mating & Reproduction

The mating occurs between the alpha male and female of a pack during spring as this is the breeding season. After a gestation period of two months, the female wolf gives birth to 4-6 pups.

Life-cycle

Young pups weigh around 1 lb and they are taken care of by the mother wolf for around 2-3 months. They come out of the den after 3-4 weeks of birth. They reach sexual maturity at the age of 2.

Tibetan Wolf Dog
Tibetan Wolf Picture

Interesting Facts

  1. Despite being considered same with the Himalayan wolf, the two types of wolves have different scientific name.
  2. It is often considered as Mongolian wolf as well.
  3. Since some wolf species live nearby, scientists hope for a natural cross-breeding in the wild.

References

  1. https://thewolfintelligencer.com/tibetan-wolf-canis-lupus-chanco/
  2. http://www.cosmosmith.com/tibetan_wolf.asp
  3. https://www.wolfworlds.com/himalayan-wolf/
  4. https://www.inaturalist.org/taxa/699412-Canis-lupus-filchneri

Published on February 6th 2019 by Sahana Kanjilal under Coniferous Forest Animals.
Article was last reviewed on 9th May 2023.

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