The Arctic wolf is a subspecies of the gray wolf (Canis lupus). Arctic wolves inhabit some of the most inhospitable terrain in the world where
the air temperature rarely rises above -30 degrees C (-22 F) and the
ground is permanently frozen. They are one of the few species of mammals
who can tolerate these harsh conditions. Arctic wolves are usually
smaller than gray wolves, and also have smaller ears, slightly shorter
muzzles, and shorter legs to reduce exposure to the frigid air. They
live alone or in packs of about 6 wolves and are usually all white with a
very thick, insulating coat.
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