1. Arctic Fox (Vulpes lagopus): Arctic foxes are small, white foxes that commonly inhabit tundra environments. They are opportunistic carnivores and prey on small mammals, birds, and their eggs, and sometimes scavenge on carcasses.
2. Snowy Owl (Bubo scandiacus): Snowy owls are large, white owls that are found in tundra regions. They primarily hunt small rodents, such as lemmings, voles, and mice, but may also target other small mammals and birds.
3. Rough-legged Hawk (Buteo lagopus): Rough-legged hawks are birds of prey that are often seen in tundra areas. They hunt a variety of small mammals, including rodents, rabbits, and hares, as well as some birds.
4. Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos): Golden eagles are large birds of prey that can be found in tundra habitats. They hunt various animals, including marmots, pikas, ground squirrels, and occasionally larger prey like young reindeer or mountain goats.
5. Wolverine (Gulo gulo): Wolverines are large, mustelid predators that are well-adapted to cold environments. They are known for their scavenging habits and may consume carcasses left behind by other predators or feed on small mammals, birds, and fish.
6. Brown Bear (Ursus arctos): Brown bears are large carnivores that sometimes inhabit alpine tundra regions. They are omnivores and feed on a variety of plant materials, such as berries, grasses, and roots, but also hunt for meat, including small mammals, fish, and occasionally larger ungulates.
These predators play important roles in maintaining the ecological balance of alpine tundra ecosystems by controlling the populations of herbivores and other prey species.