Keep in mind that this is just an average, and there can be significant variation in size depending on factors like:
* Geographic location: Wolves in colder climates tend to be larger than those in warmer areas.
* Sex: Male wolves are generally larger than females.
* Individual variation: Like humans, wolves have different body types and sizes.
While the height at the shoulder is a common measurement, a full-grown Timber Wolf can also be between 5 and 6 feet (1.5-1.8 meters) long from nose to tail.