ARCTIC WOLF AND ITS SPECIALITY

 

Arctic wolves are special  social animals and live in packs numbering seven to eight related animals in animal kingdom. Within the pack, there is a very complex social order, and every member has its place in the dominance hierarchy. Each wolf knows its position through body posture communication. The pack’s leader is a male, and usually only he and the dominant female mate. However, all pack members share the responsibility of looking after the pups. 

 

 

These animals do not hibernate, because during the winter much of the species they prey on are especially active. They are awake and vigilant either during the day or at night but are generally diurnal. Arctic wolves hunt in packs and then share the kill among themselves. A wolf has  different means of communication. 

They howl for many reasons, such as signaling their location to other pack members or bringing members together when it is time  for their hunt. A howl can also warn neighboring wolves to stay away from them or stay far away from their territory. They use scent markings to communicate with each other at territorial boundaries, as well as their presence, to other wolves.