by wolfcenter | Jun 16, 2021 | Canines, Conservation, Jeremy Heft, Kakapo Parrots, Uncategorized
Modern science now incorporates canines into many different facets of conservation. From searching for subterranean water pollution to guarding threatened penguin colonies, dogs now have a paw in many important projects to improve our planet. As we examine the...
by wolfcenter | May 17, 2021 | Carnivores, Chris Anderson, Conservation, Uncategorized
Genetic diversity is incredibly important when it comes to conserving species. Just like how an ecosystem can’t function as well as it should without system-wide biodiversity, animals specifically need genetic diversity to avoid an increased risk of extinction. Due to...
by wolfcenter | Mar 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
When you think of animals that are at risk of extinction, elephants are probably one of the first animals that come to mind. Their numbers have been dwindling for years and many organizations are working hard to preserve their numbers. Elephants are important...
by wolfcenter | Feb 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
Rumble / Unreal Animals — It wasn’t their intention, but this Canadian couple caught images of their own reflection in the eyes of a wild barred owl. Dave and Kristy had been out delivering food to a family member in rural Ontario on a snowy day. Their son...
by wolfcenter | Feb 12, 2021 | Conservation, Uncategorized
Conservation is talked about more and more everyday. Organizations and governments around the world work to keep animals away from the edge of extinction, to stop irresponsible or illegal hunting practices, and to preserve habitats. It’s no secret that human activity...
by wolfcenter | Nov 24, 2020 | Uncategorized
Meet Curt Moothart! He’s one of our classroom instructors! Check out his story: Curt was born and raised in Decorah, Iowa – a small town known for its Norwegian heritage, hiking trails, Dunning’s Spring Park and Water, and the world-famous Decorah eagles! Raised...
