Arabian wolf

Arabian Wolf ( Canis lupus arabs )

The Arab Wolf ( Canis lupus arabs ) is a subspecies of the wolf, which is common in the Arabian Peninsula.

Features

The Arab Wolf is with only 18-20 kg the lightest subspecies of the wolf, and also the smallest. He has a short, thin, mostly brown fur and large ears.

Occurrence

The Arab wolf is native to the deserts of the Arabian Peninsula, Saudi Arabia, Yemen and Oman as well as in Syria, Jordan and Israel.

Nutrition

As for the diet, the Arabian wolf is not picky. Its diet consists mainly of waste, carrion and crops, occasionally he also tears gazelles, hares, mountain goats or pets.

Threats and conservation

The Arab Wolf is considered to be at high risk. From most areas of its former distribution area he has disappeared due to severe persecutions.