Month: October 2017
Endangered Mexican Gray Wolf, “Esperanza,” Applies to Join Arizona Game Commission
SPRINGERVILLE, AZ— An application to Arizona Governor Doug Ducey for a seat on the Arizona Game and Fish Commission was submitted today on behalf of the alpha female of the…
Read MoreTen Reasons Why Wolves Are Essential
VITAL. NOT VICIOUS. Wolves are a critical keystone species in a healthy ecosystem. A keystone species is often, but not always, a predator – like the wolf. Outnumbered greatly by…
Read MoreEnvironmental Commissioner of Ontario Says Province is Failing Rare Algonquin Wolf
Algonquin canid by Steve Dunsford of Impressions of Algonquin October 24, 2017 — Environmental Commissioner of Ontario (ECO) Dianne Saxe released her Environmental Protection Annual Report, an assessment on whether ministries…
Read MoreAmbassador Wolf Atka Honored at Bedford 25 Event
Here in Westchester County, NY, we have among us a wide range of dedicated, influential, and creative neighbors. They can be counted on to lend their time, talents, and resources…
Read MoreSecret Life of Mountain Lions
The Secret Life of Mountain Lions provides a rare glimpse into the family and social bonds of mountain lions. It affirms their rightful place in nature and they must be…
Read MoreVictory For Single-State Species
An amendment that sought to strip protections for more than 1,000 imperiled species (including the red wolf) was defeated just defeated! Introduced by Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah), amendment #1429 sought…
Read MoreHélène Grimaud’s Woodlands and Beyond
In addition to being one of the most celebrated internationally acclaimed classical pianists of our time, Hélène Grimaud is a highly committed conservationist and the founder of the Wolf Conservation…
Read MoreNational Wolf Awareness Week Begins Today!
Wolves have long been shrouded by myth and superstition, this week provides an opportunity to opening the door to understanding the importance and plight of the keystone species. It’s a…
Read MoreHow Did Wolves Become Dogs
Scientists aren’t entirely sure how wolves evolved into dogs, but new research into the genetic and social behavior of wolf pups may offer some clues. More from The New York…
Read MoreAre Poachers Following Oregon’s Lead? Federally Protected Wolf Found Dead.
Since August of this year, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) has authorized the killing of 10 wolves in its effort to protect cattle on both public and private…
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