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15 Wonderful Types of Wolves: Wolf Facts, Photos, and More

2. What Are The Extinct Types Of Wolves?

Several wolf species are extinct due to constant human persecution. 14 of these extinct wolf types are:

  • Sicilian Wolf (Canis lupus Cristaldi)
  • Southern Rocky Mountain Wolf (Canis lupus youngi)
  • Great Plains Wolf (Scientific Name: Canis lupus nubilus)
  • Texas Wolf (Canis lupus monstrabilis)
  • Mogollon Mountain Wolf (Canis lupus mogollonensis)
  • Japanese Wolf (Scientific Name Canis lupus hodophilax)
  • Hokkaidō Wolf (Canis lupus hattai)
  • Manitoba Wolf (Canis lupus griseoalbus)
  • Mississippi Valley Wolf (Scientific Name: Canis lupus gregoryi)
  • Cascade Mountains Wolf (Canis lupus fuscus)
  • Florida Black Wolf (Canis lupus floridanus)
  • Banks Islands Wolf (Scientific Name: Canis lupus Bernardi)
  • Newfoundland Wolf (Canis lupus beothucus)
  • Kenai Peninsula Wolf (Canis lupus alces)

3. What Are The Extant Wolf Species Worldwide?

The following are the only species of extant wolves according to official registries shared in the comparative toxicogenomics database (CTD) are:

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  • Canis Himalayensis
  • Canis indicates
  • Scientific Name Canis Anthus
  • Canis lupus
  • Canis rufus
  • Scientific Name Canis Lycaon

4. Why Can’t Wolves Be Pets?

Wolfs are not ideal as pets because they naturally require a lot of outdoor space, activity, and socialization with other wolves. In addition, when kept in captivity, wolves can be dangerous to humans since they are not domesticated.

5. Are Wolves Afraid Of Anything?

Wolves are afraid of humans, like most wild animals. Most wolves aren’t scared of other wildlife since they don’t have any natural predators besides some bears. But they tend to get into defensive mode when humans get near.

Disclaimer: The information provided in the article is based on research and for informational and educational purposes. The website is not responsible for the authenticity and accuracy of the information

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