What is great plains wolf?

The Great Plains wolf, also known as the Buffalo wolf or the Plains wolf, is a subspecies of the gray wolf that is native to the central United States. They are known for their large size, with adult males typically weighing between 75-100 pounds and females weighing between 60-80 pounds.

Great Plains wolves have a thick, shaggy coat that can vary in color from gray to brown to black. They have powerful jaws and sharp teeth, which they use to hunt and feed on a variety of prey including deer, elk, bison, and smaller mammals.

Historically, Great Plains wolves were widespread throughout the central United States, but their population was greatly reduced in the 19th and 20th centuries due to hunting and habitat loss. Today, they are primarily found in Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho, where conservation efforts are underway to protect and restore their populations.

Great Plains wolves play a vital role in their ecosystems as top predators, helping to regulate the populations of their prey species and maintain a healthy balance within the environment. They are also important culturally and spiritually to many Native American tribes, who revere the wolf as a symbol of strength, wisdom, and unity.