I WONDER - Why Do Wolves Howl?

The video explains the various uses of howling in wolves. Beyond just howling at the moon, wolves use this vocalization to communicate with their packs over long distances, especially when they are alone. Additionally, howling serves as a means to communicate with other wolf packs, helping to establish and maintain territorial boundaries.

What is one of the lesser-known uses of wolf howling?

• To attract prey

• To sing at the moon

• To communicate with their packs

• To scare away birds

How do wolves use howling when they are alone?

• To find food

• To entertain themselves

• To communicate with their pack over long distances

• To scare off predators

What is a primary reason wolves howl to other packs?

• To share food locations

• To warn them to keep their distance

• To synchronize hunting times

• To invite them to join their pack

How does howling help wolves in terms of territory?

• It marks their territory

• It helps them find new territory

• It helps them hide their territory

• It allows them to share territory

Which of the following is NOT a use of wolf howling?

• Marking territory

• Communicating over distances

• Singing at the moon

• Attracting other packs