Wolverine
The Wolverine Gulo gulo is a powerful and fearless member of the weasel family that is native to the northern forests and tundra of the Northern Hemisphere. It is a stocky and muscular animal, known for its thick, dark fur and its powerful jaws. The Wolverine is a solitary and territorial animal, and it is known for its incredible strength and its ability to take down prey much larger than itself. It is an omnivore, feeding on a wide variety of foods, including carrion, small mammals, and fruits.
The Wolverine is a true symbol of the wild, untamed wilderness of the North and a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting wild spaces.
Wolverine
Classification
Mammalia > Carnivora > Mustelidae > Gulo > G. gulo
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
2 - 2.5 feet
(0.6 - 0.8 m)
Average Weight
15 - 40 lbs
(6.8 - 18 kg)
Average Life Span
7 - 12 years
Gestation Period
30 - 50 days
Did You Know?
The Wolverine is the largest land-dwelling member of the weasel family.
Despite its name, the Wolverine is not a wolf, but rather a powerful and solitary carnivore.
They have incredibly strong jaws and teeth, allowing them to crush bone and frozen meat.
Wolverines have large, snowshoe-like paws that help them travel across deep snow.
They are known for their incredible strength and ferocity, often taking down prey much larger than themselves.
Wolverines have a thick, oily coat that is highly resistant to water and freezing temperatures.
They have a keen sense of smell, which they use to locate food and carrion buried under snow.
Wolverines are found in cold, northern climates across North America, Europe, and Asia.
They are opportunistic eaters, with a diet that includes rodents, rabbits, deer, and even berries and roots.
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