How will the possible three different wolf species (great plains, northwestern and arctic) co-exist?
The wolves are actually the same species, Canis lupus, or gray wolf, but vary at the subspecies level, which is more a representation of the geographic regions where they’re located than the behavioral aspects of being a wolf. The public is very interested in the issues facing wolves in the lower 48 states. • What steps is the International Wolf Center taking to maximize the safety and survival of the wolf pups when they join the pack? The initial plan is, over several days, to introduce one wolf at a time to the pups in the safety of the pup pen. The first introduction day will be calm with only Wolf Care staff who the wolves really like in the pen in order to maximize their positive experience. More Wolf Care staff than wolves will be present to intervene and distract the wolves with meatballs, if necessary. The dominant wolves will be allowed to meet the pups first and will likely take on a parental role toward the pups including guarding them from the other wolves. • Can wolf pups
