There is no difference between a Tibetan wolf and a Mongolian wolf. The scientific name of Tibetan wolf is Mongolian wolf, which belongs to one of the subspecies of gray wolf. It is small and thin, with long reddish-brown hair, white abdomen and erect ears. In addition, Tibetan wolves feed on antelope, rabbits, goose throat antelope and other animals, and often hunt in groups. It is a national second-class protected animal.

What's the difference between Tibetan wolves and Mongolian wolves?

The scientific name of Tibetan wolf is Mongolian wolf, also known as prairie wolf, Chinese wolf, cotton wolf and Korean wolf. It belongs to a subspecies of grey wolf. Its hair is brown, thick and long, its abdomen is white, its figure is thin, its face is long, its ears are pointed and upright, and its tail is fluffy and drooping between its legs.

Living habits of Tibetan wolves

Tibetan wolves mainly prey on antelope, goose throat antelope, rabbits and marmots. When there is enough food, they will be organized by their families and take caves as resting places. Moreover, wolves are mostly led by powerful couples and are qualified to reproduce. When the natural conditions are bad, the little wolves will be expelled from the wolves and live alone.

Protection level of Tibetan wolf

Tibetan wolves belong to the national second-class protected animals, and the number is more than 5000. Mainly inhabiting grasslands and mountains in the north temperate zone, only distributed in Kazakhstan, Mongolia, Tajikistan, China, Tibet and Xinjiang.