Feared and revered Grey wolves (Canis lupus) are extremely
social animals having descended from the same lineage that gave
us domestic dogs. They tend to travel and hunt in collective
units called packs using their body language, facial expressions
and sense of smell to communicate. Mythologically, horrifyingly
and inspirationally: wolves have played a large role in the
psyche of man - especially in the northern hemisphere. Wolves
are built for stamina, possessing features tailored for long-
distance travel. Narrow chests, powerful backs and strong legs
contribute to the wolf's proficiency. They are capable of
covering several miles trotting at about a 10 km/h (6 mph) pace,
and have been known to reach speeds approaching 65 km/h (40 mph)
during a chase, when a single bound can cover up to 5 meters (16
feet) per bound. Wolf paws are able to traverse easily through a
wide variety of terrains, especially snow. There is a slight
webbing between each toe, which allows wolves to move over snow
more easily than compa