Found in cold regions habitats across Siberia, Alaska, the Siberian Husky is a carnivore member of the Canidae family. Weighing 16–27 kg, it is well below average among carnivore mammals. Conservation status: Not Applicable.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Siberian Husky | Carnivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 21.5 kg | 50 kg | ↓ 57% |
| Height | 55 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 48 km/h | 48 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 57.5 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Siberian Husky inhabits cold regions habitats. It can be found in Siberia, Alaska.
Typical coloring: Various.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Siberian Husky is a pack-based species belonging to the Canidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
NA The Siberian Husky is classified as Not Applicable. There are 9 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 32 carnivore mammals, the Siberian Husky’s weight of 16–27 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 50 kg.
Weight rank: #6 of 9 Not Applicable species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arabian Horse | 380–1000 kg | NA |
| 2 | Tibetan Mastiff | 63–75 kg | NA |
| 3 | Rottweiler | 36–60 kg | NA |
| 4 | Boxer Dog | 25–32 kg | NA |
| 5 | Dalmatian Dog | 23–32 kg | NA |
Related Species
How much does a Siberian Husky weigh?
A Siberian Husky typically weighs 16–27 kg, which is well below average compared to the median of 50 kg among carnivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Siberian Husky?
The Siberian Husky is classified as “Not Applicable”. There are 9 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Siberian Husky live?
The Siberian Husky is found in Siberia, Alaska, in cold regions habitats.
How does the Siberian Husky reproduce?
The Siberian Husky has a gestation period of 60–63 days and typically produces 4-6 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026