Disproportionate sex ratios of wolf pups
January 1, 1975
Males comprised 66 percent of wild wolf (Canis lupus) pups from a saturated, high-density wolf range in northeastern Minnesota, possibly reflecting disproportionate conception of males. Packs from areas of lower wolf density in other areas of Minnesota had equal sex ratios of pups or a disproportionate number of female pups. Captive wolves showed a slight preponderance of male pups.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1975 |
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Title | Disproportionate sex ratios of wolf pups |
Authors | L. D. Mech |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Journal of Wildlife Management |
Index ID | 5221112 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Patuxent Wildlife Research Center |