Mech, L. David

A guide to wolves that discusses their natural history, behavior patterns, hunting style, social structure, physical characteristics, communication, feeding, molecular genetics, evolution, and taxonomy.

Photoessay and update on the wolves first introduced in 1988 in the photographer's book The Arctic Wolf.

The author relates his experiences and observations of wolf behavior from watching arctic wolves for ten years including details on how they play, sleep, socialize, and train their young.

Photographs and text focus on wolf behavior and biology, offering an overview of animals' social hierarchy, communication methods, feeding habits, and reproduction.

Presents observations and photographs taken by the author, describing the behavior of a wild wolf pack in the High Arctic.

Presents historical information on Minnesota's wolf population and the efforts to manage it, accompanied by color photos.