It’s been a busy weekend so unfortunately I failed to upload yesterdays wolf awareness fact. But to make it up to you I have two facts for you today! Over the weekend I was lucky enough to attend a very informative seminar at the UK Wolf Trust and as always, developed my knowledge even further! … Continue reading
So do Wolves hunt their prey to extinction? Since reintroducing wolves into Yellowstone National Park, our understanding of how ecosystems function has radically developed. An ecological effect known as a ‘trophic cascade’ has being identified, showing us that wolves are initiating a more natural ecosystem balance. But what is a ‘trophic cascade’ and how are … Continue reading
Ready for fact number 4?! Today I also came across an interesting book called ”Wild Ones”, which focuses on our dysfunctional relationship with wild animals. Saving a species isn’t easy. What do you choose to save and how? Do you focus on one target species or a habitat? How do our emotions and relationships came … Continue reading
Today’s Wolf Awareness fact! To demonstrate how fast a wolf can eat take a look at this short clip of Vucho, a European gray wolf that I had the pleasure of feeding at the Balkani Wildlife Society Large Carnivore Education Centre in Bulgaria. (You may need to adjust the video quality during playback – I’m still … Continue reading
If you haven’t already noticed my wolf obsession you are about to for the next 10 days! “It’s Wolf what week?” I hear you howl, but it is a thing, I promise. This time is used to celebrate the beauty and importance of the wolf in our world. The wolf is a strong symbol of … Continue reading
So it has been a while since my last post but I do have a valid excuse… I was busy working at Large Carnivore Education Centre in Bulgaria. So now with a warm cup of tea, I can tell you what I got up to! During my first year of University I spent some time volunteering … Continue reading
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