Grey Wolves of North America: Behaviour, Structural Adaptations & Ecological Importance

Get to know all about grey wolves in North America: how do wolf populations impact us, livestock, and other animals?

How are wolves adapted to prey on large, hoofed animals?  Come along and here one of our staff members – Sophie Hooysma – talk about wolf behaviour, anatomy, habitats, and diets as well as some history between wolves and humans. Why do wolves have such a bad name and why is this a misconception? Wolves are of significant ecological importance, creating a balanced trophic cascade in prey and plant populations, and yet many subspecies are becoming increasingly rare. Why is this? 

Come along to learn about what happened in Yellowstone National Park after wolves were exterminated, and learn about the Vancouver Coastal Sea wolf, a wolf that loves seafood.