Maned Wolf

by Sandi OReilly

Title

Maned Wolf

Artist

Sandi OReilly

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Photograph - Photography, Digial Art

Description

During a recent trip to our zoo, we were able to see this Maned Wolf outside of their habitat on this warmer than average day for our area during fall. The sun was out and we got up into the low 70's, and this wolf was napping in the sun. I liked how he/she was backed up against the little bare bush surrounded by fall leaves, almost as if it was comfort. I painted this image and used a painted texture by Pamela Phelps, thank you Pamela!

The maned wolf bears minor similarities to the red fox, though it should be noted that it belongs to a completely different genus. The adult animal stands 67 to 107 cm (26 to 42 in) tall at the shoulder, averages 125 cm (49 in) in head-and-body length and weighs 20 to 34.09 kg (44.09 to 75.16 lb). The maned wolf is the tallest of the wild canids. The long legs are probably an adaptation to the tall grasslands of its native habitat. The tail measures 28 to 45 cm (11 to 18 in) in length. Fur of the maned wolf may be reddish brown to golden orange on the sides with long, black legs and a distinctive black mane. The coat is further marked with a whitish tuft at the tip of the tail and a white "bib" beneath the throat. The mane is erectile, and is typically used to enlarge the wolf's profile when threatened or when displaying aggression.

The maned wolf is also known for its distinctive odor, which has earned it the nickname "skunk wolf."

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December 9th, 2013

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