This video showcases the Eurasian Wolf, not the Red Wolf. Despite their resemblance in coloring and physique, Red Wolf videos are scarce due to the species being one of the most endangered canids globally. It is estimated that fewer than 20 Red Wolves survive in their natural habitat.
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There are two main species of wolves, gray and red.
Red wolves are smaller than gray wolves. Males are 50-85 lbs. and females are 40-75 lbs.
They are incredibly intelligent, highly social, and have strong bonds with the members of the pack. They have been known to sacrifice themselves for the safety of others as well look after each others offspring.
The eat mostly small and weakened animals like Nutria. This is especially healthy for the ecosystem because they keep other species from overpopulating and free of disease. They've also been known to eat blueberries.
Being an apex predator, the eradication of wolves can cause an entire ecosystem to collapse, known as “trophic cascade”.
To learn more please watch: “How Wolves Change Rivers” also check out Millbrook's Trevor Zoo's live cam on their website. They have four new Red Wolf pups!
The only place red wolves remain in the wild is the Alligator National Wildlife Refuge in Eastern North Carolina.