Wolf Diet

Understanding What Wolves Eat and How They Survive

What Do Wolves Eat?

Wolves are carnivorous predators hunting large mammals based on habitat and prey.

  • Main prey: Deer, elk, moose, caribou, bison
  • Secondary: Beavers, rabbits, rodents, birds, fish
  • Occasional: Berries, carrion, livestock (rare)

How Often?

Feast-or-famine hunters:

  • Up to 20 lbs (9 kg) in one meal
  • May go days without food
  • Packs hunt every few days

Daily Needs

Adult wolves require 2.5–4.5 lbs (1.1–2 kg) daily on average.

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