Red Wolf (Canis rufus)

Red Wolf, a reference photo — Photo: LaggedOnUser · CC BY-SA 2.0 (licence)

The red wolf (Canis rufus) is a canine native to the southeastern United States. Its size is intermediate between the coyote (Canis latrans) and gray wolf (Canis lupus).

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Is it venomous or poisonous?

We have no record of Red Wolf being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Canis latrans
Canis lycaon
Canis lupus
Canis aureus
Canis lupaster

Classification

Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Carnivora
Family: Canidae
Genus: Canis
Species: Canis rufus

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