Sleeping distance in wild wolf packs
January 1, 1980
Sleeping distances were observed among members of 13 wild wolf (Canis lupus) packs and 11 pairs in northeastern Minnesota to determine if the distances correlated with pack size and composition. The study utilized aerial radio-tracking and observation during winter. Pack size and number of adults per pack were inversely related to pack average sleeping distance and variability. No correlation between sleeping distance and microclimate was observed. Possible relationships between social bonding and our results are discussed.
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 1980 |
|---|---|
| Title | Sleeping distance in wild wolf packs |
| DOI | 10.1016/S0163-1047(80)91932-9 |
| Authors | S.T. Knick, L. D. Mech |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Behavioral and Neural Biology |
| Index ID | 5221585 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Patuxent Wildlife Research Center |