Seeing a wolf or finding wolf sign can be exciting. As wolf populations increase, so does the chance of catching a momentary glance. What do you do if you see a wolf or find a wolf track? Complete one of the forms (depending upon which state where the observation occurs) and return it to the appropriate state natural resource agency.
DO NOT APPROACH OR FEED A WILD WOLF!
Remember, a wolf is a wild animal. Treat it like you would any other wild creature: with respectful distance.
How to tell the difference between a wolf and a coyote.
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Gray Wolf, Canis lupus
Face: Round ears, square snout
Height: 28"-34" at shoulder
Weight: 50-100 pounds
Length: 5.0' - 6.5' (nose tip to tail tip)
Coloration: Grizzled gray and brown with whitish underparts, but can also be jet black or pure white
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Coyote, Canis latrans
Face: Pointed ears, pointed snout
Height: 18" - 20" at shoulder
Weight: 25-40 pounds
Length: 4.0' - 4.5' (nose tip to tail tip)
Coloration: Grizzled gray and brown with whitish underparts |
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