Are there Wolves in Tibet?

The size of the Tibetan wolves can vary from 58 to 65 inches (from nose to end of tail) and from 27 to 30 inches high, weighing from 65 to 70 pounds. Compared to the common European wolf, they are slightly larger, with shorter legs. Their skull is similar with a longer thinner muzzle. read more

Yes there are definitely wolves in Tibet. The Tibetan Wolf is a subspecies of the grey wolf (Canis Lupus) and is scientifically classified as Canis lupus filchneri. The Tibetan Wolf has quite an extensive range throughout the Tibetan Plateau, to northern India - Kashmir, Spiti, Ladahk, and some regions of Nepal like Mustang. read more

Tibetan wolf. The Tibetan wolf (Canis lupus filchneri) is a subspecies of the gray wolf that is native to China in the regions of Gansu, Qinghai, and Xichang (Tibet). It is found in northern India in the Ladakh region of eastern Kashmir, and the Lahaul and Spiti region in the northeastern part of Himachal Pradesh. read more

Black wolves in Tibet are known locally as"chanko nagpo", and these are considered bolder and more aggressive than the pale coloured variety. Distribution and habitat. The Tibetan wolf is native to China in the regions of Gansu, Qinghai, and Xichang (Tibet). read more

The Himalayan wolf is a proposed clade within the Tibetan wolf (Canis lupus filchneri). It is distinguished by its mitochondrial DNA and other genetic markers, which are basal to all other wolves, including other Tibetan wolves. read more