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''Main article: [[Lupines]]''
Lupines are a species of large, bipedal canines native to [[Itur]]. Some anthropologists believe that they share a common ancestor with wolves. Those who subscribe to the [[Bipedaliforma|Unified Bipedalism Theory]] believe that they belong to the ''Lycanis lycanis'' species which have a common ancestor with Humans and Ailurines. One of the larger sapient species on Urth, they generally range from 5 ft 10 in (1.77 m) to 7 ft 10 in (2.38 m). Males average a height of 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) and females 6 ft 3 in (1.9 m.) Shrinkage of stature may begin in middle age in some individuals but is usually typical in those of advanced age. Males weigh on average 205 lb (93 kg) and females 175 lb (79 kg). Like many conditions, body type and body weight are influenced by both genetics and environment and vary greatly among individuals.
There are several key differences between lupines and their wolf cousins. Lupines evolved to be plantigrade and its molars have a flatter chewing surface, allowing lupines to eat more vegetable matter. They also possess humanlike hands and a thumb as opposed to paws at the end of their arms. The brain size of a lupine is also significantly larger than a wolf’s. They retain several features of their ancestors, including slightly pointed, triangular ears, a muzzle, and a long tail that averages 1.25 feet (40 cm). Lupines can have a wide variety of fur color ranging from pure white to black, but typically are mottled white, brown, gray, and black.
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