Canines, Carnivores, & Conservation

 

CANINES. They are humankind’s oldest friends. They enrich our lives in so many ways. Understanding them provides insight into how to care for their emotional and physical health as well as linking us profoundly to their ancestry — the wolf. Join our team in a study of Canines, their history, behaviors, and even tips to give them the best life possible. That’s simply what a best friend does.

CARNIVORES. Carnivores are often mythified in a variety of ways, mostly as dangerous creatures of lore and legend. Wolves, bears, large cats, and other carnivores play essential roles in the self-management of healthy ecosystems and wildernesses. Join our team as we delve into what makes these animals unique and a great partner to humankind as we work to manage our wild places.

CONSERVATION. Learning about carnivores can be fascinating, however, without the stewardship by humans, the landscape could be profoundly and dangerously altered. Join our team as we discuss the very recent brief history of conservation of apex predators, the factors that led to threats to their survival, and steps taken to protect their future.

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Misunderstood Mesos: Coatis

Misunderstood Mesos: Coatis

Throughout the rainforests, mountaintops, and deserts of South and Central America, Mexico, and the Southern United States roam a peculiar mesocarnivore that is losing habitat quickly.  Despite the adaptability and ecological importance of this New World mammal, land clearing, and forest fragmentation are squeezing some of their populations toward extinction.  These relatives of the raccoon and ringtail hold an important niche in their habitats yet remain misunderstood and unprotected in most of their range.  

Servals Have the Largest Ears of Any Cat

Servals Have the Largest Ears of Any Cat

Have you heard of the Serval? It’s a type of cat that can be found in over 30 countries in Africa. They are usually around 30-40 inches long and weigh about 33 pounds. They have very long legs, which help them navigate the tall grasses in their habitats and capture prey easily. In total, there are 19 subspecies of Serval.

Fascinating Ways Animals Couple Up

Fascinating Ways Animals Couple Up

Love is in the air! Yesterday was Valentine’s Day and while humans will go out on dates to find their perfect partner, animals have other tactics. Reproduction is very important in the animal kingdom and finding a mate that’s healthy and will pass on good genes to their offspring is essential for biodiversity and the survival of said offspring.

Cheetahs Can’t Roar

Cheetahs Can’t Roar

You probably already know that cheetahs are very fast cats, but did you know that there is some debate over whether or not they should be classified as “big cats”? Other big cats can roar, but cheetahs can’t, so there is a debate over whether or not they can be included in the group. But even though they can’t roar, they can purr as other cats do.

Tigers Are Great Swimmers

Tigers Are Great Swimmers

Tigers are very important carnivores and are actually the largest species of cat in the world.1 They can be found in Russia, China, India, and Sumatra.2 There are several subspecies of tiger – the biggest of which is the Amur tiger, and the smallest of which is the...

Wild Turkeys Can Fly at 55 Mph!

Wild Turkeys Can Fly at 55 Mph!

Happy Thanksgiving! In today’s email, we’re going to be going over an animal that’s closely connected to this holiday – the turkey! But first, we wanted to say thank you for being here and supporting us. At the Wolf Center, we strive to make a difference for our...

Little Brown Bats Face Disease

Little Brown Bats Face Disease

Little Brown Bats can be found throughout North America from Canada down to Central Mexico.1 Regardless of their name, they can be brown, red, or golden, and they weigh only about a half ounce. They’re not territorial and often live in large colonies of thousands of...

Misunderstood Mesos: Spotted Skunks

Misunderstood Mesos: Spotted Skunks

When most people think of “skunk,” they picture the notorious striped skunk, a species that we examined in a previous Misunderstood Meso piece.  However, another variety of skunk inhabits most of the same range as their more popular cousin yet is less understood and...

Check Out Our Discussion with Idaho Dept of Fish and Game

Check Out Our Discussion with Idaho Dept of Fish and Game

Check out this throwback talk we had with Mike Keckler of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game on RadioWild! Alan Lacy speaks with Mike about wolves, wildlife, and the role Fish and Game plays in managing wildlife in the state of Idaho. Idaho has seen a successful...

Keep Up with Canines Assisting Conservation

Keep Up with Canines Assisting Conservation

Canines can be essential team members when it comes to conservation. They’ve been able to help biologists protect habitats, identify diseased plants, find bats, and even locate invasive wildlife and keep them in one place so biologists can trap and remove them from an...

What Makes Conservation Effective?

What Makes Conservation Effective?

Many of our natural resources and wildlife are under threat due to unsustainable practices. 97% of our land worldwide has been degraded in some way.1 Efforts to conserve these resources and wildlife are getting more popular…but what makes conservation effective?...

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