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As Wolves Diminish, Moose Flourish

The wolf packs in Isle Royale National Park are entering a period when old moose will be rare, making hunting more difficult.
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What should be done about the wolves at Isle Royale National Park, U.S.?

Academics / General Science : Science Daily (6 months ago)

The number of wolves at Isle Royale National Park has dropped to its lowest ever. Should the wolves be let go locally extinct? Reintroduced? Wildlife ecologists and environmental ethicists weigh in. Read Post

Bone Deformities Linked To Inbreeding In Isle Royale Wolves

Academics / General Science : Science Daily (4 years ago)

The wolves on Isle Royale in the state of Michigan are suffering from genetically deformed bones. Scientists blame the extreme inbreeding of the small isolated wolf population on the island National Park in northern Lake Superior.... Read Post

A Pack of Hungry Wolves

Academics / General Science : Scientist at Work (last year)

Scientists follow the only surviving wolf pack at Isle Royale National Park as it pursues a cow moose and her frantic calf. Read Post


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