Book 4, Question 67
Why Do Wolves Howl?
A howl is long-distance talk! Pack members can find each other, and claim a valley. They can rally for a hunt without walking the whole forest.
From the book
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More fun facts
- Wolves howl to find pack members when they are apart.
- A pack howling together can be heard up to ten miles away.
- Howling also helps keep friendships strong within the pack.
- Wolves can tell the tiny differences between each other's howls.
- Wolves also mark their territory with scent, which tells other wolves where they are.
- Gray wolves belong to the dog family, along with foxes, jackals and coyotes.
Sources: National Geographic, National Geographic Kids, National Park Service
Questions kids ask
How far can a wolf howl be heard?
A pack howling together can be heard up to ten miles away.