Considering this was the introduction to wolves for most of us, it's no wonder we seem to have an innate fear of them. Myths and stories perpetuate intense interest in this animal, and Montana is one of the few places where wolves still naturally exist. Montana's wolves are gray wolves, also known as timber wolves.
Wolves come in many colors ranging from white to black.
Wolves weigh around 100 pounds, but the big boys can weigh as much as 130. They're highly social animals whose packs are actually extended family groups. They feed mainly on large mammals, especially deer and elk. A wolf pack will usually have a hunting range of more than 250 square miles. The pups may stay on with the family pack for two years before moving on to join another pack or start a new pack.