Wolf Behavior

How Do Wolves Get Food?

Wolves are pack hunters:

• Hunt in packs to take down large prey (moose, deer, bison)
• Work together to chase and tire out prey
• Use stamina — run up to 35 mph over long distances
• Alpha pair leads; pups learn by watching
• Scavenge carrion when needed

How Do They Protect Themselves?

Wolves stay safe by:

• Living in tight family packs (5–11 members)
• Using howling to warn others, mark territory, locate members, sound alarms
• Strong jaws (1,500 psi bite!) and speed to escape or fight
• Hiding pups in underground dens

Sleeping Habits

Wolves are crepuscular (active at dawn/dusk):

• Rest in short naps and longer periods (6–8 hours total)
• Sleep in sheltered spots, snow beds, under trees, or near dens
• Pack sleeps close together for warmth and safety

Fun Facts

• Howl up to 6 miles in forests, 10 miles in tundra!
• Use over 100 facial expressions to communicate
• Pups play-fight to practice hunting skills