Canis rufus.,The red wolf once ranged over much of the southeastern US. Today, the red wolf is only found in isolated reintroduction areas with populations numbering a few hundred individuals. This endangered species resembles the coyote but is slightly larger. The red wolf is a carnivore that eats a variety of small mammals and birds as well as deer. This original specimen resides in the Museum of Osteology collection.
ORDER: Carnivora FAMILY: Canidae Origin: North America
Skull 22.4x11.7x8.9cm/8.8x4.6x3.5in.
