Akashiren wolf

The Akashiren Wolf [アカシレンソカキ] (Canis Akashiro), commonly known as the dwarf grey wolf, is a species of canines native to the Akashiro Shogunate. Their small body is an adaptation to be faster than other wolf species due to them hunting smaller and faster prey. In Akashiren culture, they are considered a sign of beauty and a symbol of Suki, the moon kami.
== Description ==
The Akashiren wolf is closely related to the larger and more common grey wolf, however, its size is closer to that of a large coyote. It is distinguished from coyotes by its broader snout, shorter ears, and shorter torso; while their tails are shorter resemble that of a coyotes. Their fur exhibits a wide range of shades of grey, spanning from white to black.
=== Etymology ===
The Akashiren word for wolf is 'Sokaki' [ソカキ]. It comes from 'Suki' [スキ], the name of the moon kami, who takes on the form of a white wolf.
Category:Animals
Category:Fauna
Category:Biota
Category:Akashiro