1. The Wolverine By. Madison

2. Physical Characteristics  The wolverine can be up to 31-44 inches long.  The wolverine can weigh up to 25-55 pounds.  The wolverine can be glossy brown with a light face mask.

3. Lifespan  The wolverine’s lifespan is 11-12 years.

4. Eating Habits/Diet  The wolverine is a carnivore.  They eat caribou, moose, ground squirrels, and snowshoe hares.

5. Population  There are 500 wolverines in 48 states.

6. Habitat/Range  The wolverine lives in Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, Washington, and the Great Lakes Region.

7. Adaptations  Wolverines use their teeth to eat meat.  Wolverines use their feet to run from predators.  Wolverines use their nose to breath.

8. Fun Facts  Male wolverines are 30- 40% bigger than females.  Kits are white when they are born to blend in with snow.

9. Endangered Because  The wolverine’s snow is melting.  The wolverines need snow for dens to give protection to kits.

10. Reference  If you like the wolverine and want to know more go to www.defenders.org