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The WeuUkoo - "Canis lupus canus"
The WeuUkoo Wolves (Canis Lupus Canus) are a rare sub species of the European Wolf. The members of this species are famous for their soft, grey fur. Our family pack, The Wolves of Sidh Eryn, belong to that species.
| Pack: |
The Wolves of Sidh Eryn |
| Species: |
WeuUkoo Wolves ("Canis Lupus Canus") |
| Endangered: |
highly threatened (almost extinct) |
| Live stock: |
about 250 animals (purebred) |
| Fur / Colors: |
All nuances of grey (warm grey to blueish cold grey);
Very soft and long coat (about 10cm length);
Longer/thicker fur in the neck (also females);
In very rare cases purebred WeuUkoo can be brownish. |
| Markings: |
Eye-catching markings and unusual coat patterns;
Sharp contrasts, dorsal stripe is quite common |
| Eye color: |
Can have all kind of extraordinary colors |
| Ø Age: |
17 years
Sexually mature: 2 years |
| Body: |
Slimmish body, flexible and elegant (feline-like)
Long legs, large paws, long muzzle;
Size and form of the ears varies a lot;
Acromion: up to 80cm |
| Remarkable: |
Claws: Flexible (partly retractable), for climbing
Tail: Up to 80-90cm length (quite long and flexible) |
| Characteristics: |
- Strong family coherence
- Hunting in packs - both males and females
- Both night and day active
- Spiritual minded, honouring their legendary wolf
ancestors (mentors, shamans)
- Elegant and flexible fighters (ability to climb trees)
- Visionary abilities are rare but possible
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| Territory: |
Forests, usually living in dens |
| Cubs: |
2 - 5 pups per litter
In rare cases also just 1 cub |
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The Kurassai - "Canis Lupus Luteolus"
The Kurassai Wolves (Canis Lupus Luteolus) usually have kind of short yellow-greenish brown fur. Their species is known to be more aggressive than the WeuUkoo, while spirituality is not very common among that species.
| Pack: |
The Wolves of Kathrak Eryn |
| Species: |
Kurassai Wolves ("Canis Lupus Luteolus") |
| Endangered: |
near-threatened |
| Live stock: |
about 25.000 animals |
| Fur / Colors: |
All nuances of yellow-greenish browns;
Quite short furred coat (about 3-5cm length) |
| Markings: |
Patterns vary |
| Eye color: |
Bright greenish-yellow |
| Ø Age: |
16 years
Sexually mature: 2 years |
| Body: |
Slimmish body, long legs, medium sized paws,
long muzzle, regular wolf tail length;
Ears are usually large and pointed;
Acromion: up to 80cm |
| Remarkable: |
Paw Pads: Slip-proof, impervious paw pads
(perfect for rocks and sharp stony territories) |
| Characteristics: |
- Persistent and tough
- Hunting alone or in packs
- Smart survivors, excellent climbers
- Simple minds (no spiritual history or such interest)
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| Territory: |
Rocks, Mountains (stone dens), Forests |
| Cubs: |
2 - 4 pups per litter |
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The Cavahir - "Canis Lupus Spelaea"
The Cavahir Wolves (Canis Lupus Spelaea) are a very old species, mainly living in caves. They are peaceful wolves, following their own stories and ancestors.
| Species: |
Cavahir Wolves ("Canis Lupus Spelaea") |
| Endangered: |
near-threatened |
| Live stock: |
about 18.000 animals |
| Fur / Colors: |
All kind of nuances of beige / browns;
Medium / Long fuzzy coat (about 7-10cm length) |
| Markings: |
Patterns vary |
| Eye color: |
Blue, brown, yellow |
| Ø Age: |
15 years
Sexually mature: 2 years |
| Body: |
Compact slimmish body; large paws,
medium sized muzzle, regular wolf tail length;
Ears usually have a round form;
Acromion: up to 70cm |
| Remarkable: |
Eyes: Extraordinary ability to see in the dark (caves) |
| Characteristics: |
- Persistent and tough loners
- Usually hunting alone
- Peaceful and reserved
- Strong sense of direction (caves)
- Believing in their own anchestors and stories
- Couples usually stay together for a life-time
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| Territory: |
Rocks, Caves, Mountains, Forests |
| Cubs: |
2 - 3 pups per litter |
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