Italian Wolf
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Slim, grey-brown Italian wolves glide through Apennine forests and the Alpine fringe. Small packs hunt wild boar and deer at dusk, guiding prey numbers and boosting woodland health. Once nearly lost to persecution, legal protection has sparked a strong comeback across central Italy and nearby Alps.
Technical factsheet
Type:Mammal
Habitat:Forest
Diet:Carnivore
Continents:Europe
Size:50–70 cm at the shoulder
Weight:25–45 kg
Activity:Nocturnal
Social behavior:Pack
Lifespan:10–12 years in the wild
Habitat: The Italian Wolf can be found in Italy, France, Switzerland, Austria, Slovenia