Found in forests, grasslands habitats across Eurasia, North America, North Africa, the Wolf is a carnivore member of the Canidae family. Weighing 23–80 kg, it is near the global average among carnivore mammals. Conservation status: Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Wolf | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 51.5 kg | 50 kg | ↑ 3% |
| Height | 73.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 45 km/h | 48 km/h | ↓ 6% |
| Avg Speed | 45 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Wolf inhabits forests, grasslands habitats. It can be found in Eurasia, North America, North Africa.
Typical coloring: Gray, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Wolf is a group-based species belonging to the Canidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Wolf is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Wolf’s weight of 23–80 kg is comparable to the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #21 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Wolf weigh?
A Wolf typically weighs 23–80 kg, which is near the global average compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Wolf?
The Wolf is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Wolf live?
The Wolf is found in Eurasia, North America, North Africa, in forests, grasslands habitats.
How does the Wolf reproduce?
The Wolf has a gestation period of 90–160 days and typically produces 2-20 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026