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Vital Statistics

Vital Statistics. By: Kioria Smith & Jenae Barsh . Main Structure. Average weight of a gray wolf of NA is 75-125lbs The pups reach adult size quickly b/c they have to keep up with the pack The senses they rely on most are sound and smell

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Vital Statistics

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  1. Vital Statistics By: Kioria Smith & Jenae Barsh

  2. Main Structure • Average weight of a gray wolf of NA is 75-125lbs • The pups reach adult size quickly b/c they have to keep up with the pack • The senses they rely on most are sound and smell • These following body parts have adapted for wolves survival: • Feet- shock absorbers & acts like a snowshoe in deep snow • Legs- endurance over long distances • Toes- equipped w/pads that are calloused to prevent cuts • Chest- narrow, allowing the animal to plow trails through deep snow like a blade

  3. Endurance • A wolf can sprint between 35-45 mph • They can leap & bound up to 16ft • A wolf will disperse 500 mi or more from their native territory • The wolf will travel 120 mi. in a single day

  4. Pelage & Personality • Top Coat- capes of guard hairs repels rain and directs water off coat so it doesn’t penetrate the second layer • Second Coat- dual coat is efficient at keeping body heat • Wolves have different personalities from each other b/c it reduces competition between members

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