the wolverine
DESCRIPTION
The Wolverine. By. Madison. Physical Characteristics. The wolverine can be up to 31-44 inches long. The wolverine can weigh up to 25-55 pounds. The wolverine can be glossy brown with a light face mask. Lifespan. The wolverine’s lifespan is 11-12 years. Eating Habits/Diet. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
The WolverineBy. Madison
Physical Characteristics
The wolverine can be up to 31-44 inches long.
The wolverine can weigh up to 25-55 pounds.
The wolverine can be glossy brown with a light face mask.
Lifespan
The wolverine’s lifespan is 11-12 years.
Eating Habits/Diet
The wolverine is a carnivore.
They eat caribou, moose, ground squirrels, and snowshoe hares.
Population
There are 500 wolverines in 48 states.
Habitat/Range
The wolverine lives in Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, Washington, and the Great Lakes Region.
Adaptations
Wolverines use their teeth to eat meat.
Wolverines use their feet to run from predators.
Wolverines use their nose to breath.
Fun Facts
Male wolverines are 30-40% bigger than females.
Kits are white when they are born to blend in with snow.
Endangered Because
The wolverine’s snow is melting.
The wolverines need snow for dens to give protection to kits.
Reference
If you like the wolverine and want to know more go to www.defenders.org