Nature's arctic marathon runner
The Arctic wolf is also known as the polar wolf.
Wolves can maintain a steady speed of 8 km/h, allowing them to cover up to 60 km in a day. When hunting, they can reach speeds of nearly 70 km/h.
Wolves typically live in groups of 3-8 individuals led by a dominant pair. Only the dominant female has pups.
The wolf tracks its prey by following its scent trail, which it can detect from 2-3 kilometers away. A wolf's sense of smell is 40 times better than ours.
Do not feed the wolves.
Spend the night
Wake up to the sound of howling wolves
Experience the thrill of sleeping close to the wolves at Camp Wood Buffalo! Here you can fall asleep to the sounds of nature and wake up to a unique insight into the world of wolves.
3 reasons why wolves howl
Localization
When wolves howl, they are letting the pack members know the group's location, making it easier for separated individuals to find their way back.
Occupied territory
Wolves may howl to inform other packs of their presence, keeping strangers at a distance and signaling that this territory is occupied.
Hunting motivation
Wolves often howl before heading out on a hunt together. The howling likely motivates other pack members to join the hunt.
The wolves in the forest
Did you know?
Along the Arctic coast of Alaska, the Canadian islands and North and Northeast Greenland
Up to 12 years
Females: 18-55 kg
Males: 20-80 kg
65-70 cm
61-63 days
1-11 puppies, on average 4-7
Not threatened
Tickets and passes
Enjoy a day full of unique experiences
Knuthenborg welcomes the whole family to a day filled with fun, educational, and inspiring animal experiences. Go exploring, get up close with amazing animals, and enjoy nature together.
This page contains AI-generated content