Month: April 2020
Colorado Bans Wildlife Killing Contests
The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission voted Thursday to prohibit wildlife killing contests within the state. The measure specifically bans hunting contests targeting any furbearers — such as coyotes, foxes, raccoons and bobcats — as well as black-tailed, white-tailed and Gunnison’s prairie dogs, and Wyoming (Richardson’s) ground squirrels, effective June 30. Colorado now joins five…
Read MoreMeditation with Wolves
A five-minute mindful moment with Nikai. Everyone could use some peace of mind right now and meditation is helping many stay calm and grounded in these times of uncertainty. But have you considered meditating with wolves? There’s something so calming about watching the wolves. Take Ambassador wolf Nikai in this Facebook livestream video. Beyond being…
Read MoreWolf Birthdays Abound: Week of April 26, 2020
Spring is the season of rebirth and renewal, but for wolves it’s also the season of birthdays! Breeding season occurs in late winter so, with a gestation period of 63 days, pups are born in early spring. With 44 wolves currently living at the Wolf Conservation Center, spring means A LOT of birthdays! This week…
Read MoreHappy Earth Day
It’s the 50th Earth Day, an 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?
Read MoreMarch Deals Blow to Recovery – 9 Mexican Gray Wolves Dead in Single Month
Deadly Month for Lobos The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) announced in the Mexican Wolf Recovery Program Monthly Update that five critically endangered Mexican gray wolves – three in New Mexico and two in Arizona – were found dead last month. In Arizona, wildlife officials found Mexican gray wolf f1792 (a.k.a. “Paprika”) and an uncollared male wolf…
Read MoreWashington Wolf Population Increases Despite Lethal “Management”
Washington state’s wolf numbers increased in 2019, according to Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) annual wolf report released today. WDFW counted 145 wolves in the state, up from last year’s count of 126, despite killing 9 state-endangered wolves in 2019 for conflicts with livestock. Washington’s wolves were driven to extinction in the early…
Read MoreWolf Birthdays Abound: Week of April 19, 2020
Spring is the season of rebirth and renewal, but for wolves it’s also the season of birthdays! Breeding season occurs in late winter so, with a gestation period of 63 days, pups are born in early spring. With 44 wolves currently living at the Wolf Conservation Center, spring means A LOT of birthdays! This week…
Read MoreWolf Birthdays Abound: Week of April 12, 2020
Spring is the season of rebirth and renewal, but for wolves it’s also the season of birthdays! Breeding season occurs in late winter so, with a gestation period of 63 days, pups are born in early spring. With 44 wolves currently living at the Wolf Conservation Center, spring means A LOT of birthdays! This week…
Read MoreMove Over, Easter Bunny
Move over Easter Bunny, here comes Jack the red wolf! Boing! Boing! Boing! At 12 yrs old, Jack is the oldest of the Wolf Conservation Center’s 20 red wolves. Get to know the spunky fellow via live webcam. Webcam
Read MoreTwo Critically Endangered Mexican Gray Wolves Found Dead in Arizona
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and its partners have announced a reward of up to $37,000 for information regarding the deaths of two critically endangered Mexican gray wolves in Arizona. Wildlife officials found the dead wolves in the Apache Sitgreaves National Forest on March 22 and 23, 2020. If anyone saw a vehicle that…
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