The red wolf in this picture stares at you with golden eyes. The cameostone beneath is coated with a mother-of-pearl opal glaze to create a background that glows up through the semi-transparent red wolf picture. Colors seem to turn metallic with an almost holographic effect when this unique animal photo jewelry is tilted in the light.

The antiqued gold pendant frame is encircled with copper bead chain with an intricate filigree at the bottom. Dangling crystal and gem stone beads complement the wolf's red fur and gold eyes. Czech crystals of amber, green and AB gold are blended with jade and tigereye gemstones. A 1 1/4 " long, silver-plated pin back makes attachment easy. Measures aprx. 1 3/4" X 3". Matching earrings are available.

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Facts about the red wolves

• Red wolves average between 55 and 80 pounds. Smaller than the better known gray wolf.
• Red wolves somewhat resemble the coyote, having a more slender build and longer legs than gray wolves.
• Although many red wolves have a reddish cast to their fur, some do not. The general coloration is a blend of cinnamon-brown, black, and grayish- brown. Males are generally larger than the females.
• The red wolf is an endangered specie.

To hear a red wolf howl click here.

Horn Island, a part of Gulf Islands National Seashore off the mainland of Mississippi, is serving as a site for captive rearing of red wolves.