Wolves are already known as powerful apex predators, but their true size often surprises people. While many imagine them as similar to large domestic dogs, some wolves grow far bigger, with massive frames, long legs, and incredible strength that set them apart in the wild.
In this video, we explore just how large wolves can get by looking at the biggest individuals ever recorded. You will see how their size compares to dogs and learn what factors allow certain wolves to grow to such impressive proportions.
About the Author
Abby Parks has authored a fiction novel, theatrical plays, short stories, poems, and song lyrics. She's recorded two albums of her original songs, and is a multi-instrumentalist. She has managed a website for folk music and written articles on singer-songwriters, folk bands, and other things music-oriented. She's also a radio DJ for a folk music show.
As well as having been a pet parent to rabbits, birds, dogs, and cats, Abby loves seeking sightings of animals in the wild and has witnessed some more exotic ones such as Puffins in the Farne Islands, Southern Pudu on the island of Chiloe (Chile), Penguins in the wild, and countless wild animals in the Rocky Mountains (Big Horn Sheep, Mountain Goats, Moose, Elk, Marmots, Beavers).
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