carnivore it a fierce and strong animal about the size of a bear cub. It is the largest member of the weasel family.The wolverine eats mice, rats and other small mammals, birds and eggs. In winter, when snow covers the ground, it eats reindeer and and other large prey. The thick coat of brown fur protects it from the freezing cold temperatures. Its large feet help it move across the soft snow. There are five long sharp claws on each foot.