The shooting of red wolves in the wild continues- it’s very sad and troubling. Another article below. http://blogs.scientificamerican.com/extinction-countdown/2013/02/19/reward-red-wolf-killed/Read more
Posts tagged: #red wolves
QuikPost: some good news, finally, for red wolves
Happy Thanksgiving to red wolves as they thank a judge who put a temporary halt to the night hunting of coyotes in red wolf country! link to article below. http://www.newsobserver.com/2012/11/20/2497619/killing-of-red-wolves-may-endRead more
Struggles continue for red wolves
The road is tough for red wolf survival. I wrote in March about another possible setback for red wolves. The NC Wildlife Resources Commission passed the proposed rule allowing night hunting of coyotes and feral pigs. There is a long process ahead, so maybe miracles do exist for this amazing animal. If you’re interested in signing a petition “against” this ruling, click here, or go to http://forcechange.com/20384/overturn-decision-to-allow-unlimited-night-hunting-in-north-carolina/Read more
Groundbreaking for Red Wolf Center!
Kim Wheeler, the Executive Director of the Red Wolf Coalition, sent me some photos of groundbreaking for the new wolf exhibit out in red wolf country. This will be the only facility located in the heart of red wolf country- where red wolves roam free – where people can actually see a red wolf. The enclosure will be finished sometime this summer, and I’ll keep you informed as to when wolves will arrive for viewing. It’s exciting!! Read more
Crowdrise challenge: help raise money for red wolves
The Red Wolf Coalition– the only not-for-profit whose only goal is to advocate for the long term survival of the red wolf – is part of an Earth Day Fundraiser through Crowdrise. Right now through May 15th, the Coalition is part of Crowdrise’s Earth Day Challenge. Any dollar amount large or small would help. Donate in honor of the Museum’s wolves, an animal keeper, or just because. Consider donating: $25. One dollar for each year the red wolf has been restored toRead more
QuikPost: Song of the South – Restoring and Protecting America’s “Other Wolf”
If you’re a wolf lover, or interested in reading up on red wolves, take a look at an article published last fall. Song of the South – Restoring and Protecting America’s “Other Wolf” Read more