Month: April 2016

In October of 2015, Mexican Gray Wolf F1226 (affectionately nicknamed “Belle” by the Wolf Conservation Center’s webcam watchers) joined the WCC family in order to meet a handsome “husband” – Mexican gray wolf M1133.  The Species Survival Plan (SSP) management group for the Mexican gray wolf determines which wolves should be bred each year by…

At least once a week I am privileged enough to hear one of the most rare and raw sounds: the howl of a Mexican gray wolf. The hauntingly beautiful sound pierces the sky and reminds all who listen of the wildness that surrounds us. Sadly, as evidenced by New Mexico’s decision to sue the United…

Flowers are blooming, the trees are green, the peepers are peeping – signs all pointing to the arrival of a new season! Although the official start to spring can be found on the calendar, subtle cues from Mother Nature are indicators too! Ambassador wolves Atka, Alawa, Nikai and Zephyr have have been letting us know…

It seems obvious, but now there’s hard science that confirms when wolves are allowed to be hunted near a national park, visitors tend to be treated to fewer wolf sightings. Furthermore, researchers say the study’s conclusions can be applied to not just wolves but any large carnivore than moves in and out of protected park…

NEWS RELEASE: April 25, 2016 Contacts: Rebecca Bowe, Earthjustice, 415-217-2093, [email protected] Steve Parker, Endangered Wolf Center, 636-938-5900, [email protected] Michael Robinson, Center for Biological Diversity, (575) 313-7017, [email protected] Maggie Howell, Wolf Conservation Center, 914-763-2373, [email protected] Catalina Tresky, Defenders of Wildlife, (202) 772-0253, [email protected] Preguntas de prensa en Español: Betsy Lopez-Wagner, (415) 217-2159, [email protected] Court Settlement Provides…

TODAY is Earth Day, the 46th annual international event meant to raise awareness about the efforts to protect the planet and secure a sustainable future. This day underscores the ripple effect of each individual’s actions that benefit the environment to ensure a viable planet for generations to come.  How will you celebrate? The Wolf Conservation…

Happy Birthday to Mexican Gray Wolves F1143 and M1059 Eight years ago, the Wolf Conservation Center family grew. During the early morning hours on April 22, 2008, Mexican gray wolf F613 (affectionately nicknamed “Mama Gray”), quietly had six pups in her den and created a new holiday – “B’Earth Day!” The six newborn pups (three…

Although New Mexico denied the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s (USFWS) application to release Mexican wolves into the wild in 2015, the federal agency announced on Monday its plan to release a single family of captive-bred wolves in the state and implant captive-born pups into wild packs via cross-foster events. USFWS opted to forge ahead…

Throw back your head and let out a long celebratory birthday howl for Alawa and Zephyr! It’s hard to believe our rambunctious pups are entering their fabulous fives! An inspiration from their adorable start, the stunning siblings continue to thrive in their “Ambassador” roles. They open the door to understanding the importance and plight of…

Despite its success and public support, Congress just unveiled its 100th legislative attack on the Endangered Species Act (ESA) in just 16 months. Nearly half of these attacks are attempts to delist or block a listing for specific imperiled species. Since the start of 2016 there have been TWO new efforts to legislate wolves back…