Resistance of young wolf pups to inclement weather
January 1, 1992
Based on information about young dog (Canis familiaris) pups, it was thought that wolf (Canis lupus) pups 0-2 weeks of age do not thermoregulate well. This problem, plus the relative immobility of young pups, was thought to explain why pups generally remain inside dens until about 3 weeks of age, and pups younger than 3-weeks-old were thought to be highly vulnerable to loss from exposure. this report details more information about the tolerance of young wolf pups to exposure.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1992 |
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Title | Resistance of young wolf pups to inclement weather |
Authors | L. David Mech |
Publication Type | Report |
Publication Subtype | Federal Government Series |
Series Title | Research Information Bulletin |
Series Number | 93 |
Index ID | 70194970 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |