Siberian Husky

NA Carnivore Cold Regions
16–27 kg
Weight
12–14 yrs
Lifespan
48 km/h
Top Speed
Siberia, Alaska
Found In

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
Weight (kg)21.5avg 50Speed (km/h)48avg 48Lifespan (yrs)13avg 12.5

Habitat & Distribution

The Siberian Husky inhabits cold regions habitats. It can be found in Siberia, Alaska.

Typical coloring: Various.

Diet & Predators

Diet: Carnivore
Predators: Wolves, Bears

Behavior & Reproduction

Social Structure

The Siberian Husky is a pack-based species belonging to the Canidae family.

Reproduction

Gestation Period: 60–63 days
Offspring per Birth: 4-6
Lifespan: 12–14 years

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