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Stay Smart: Do’s and Don’ts of Exploring in Wolf Country

Defenders of Wildlife - Protecting Native Animals and Their Habitats·acook·3 days ago
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America’s iconic landscapes are filled with endless opportunities to recreate and are also home to a diverse array of wildlife, including gray wolves. As you lace up your boots or strap on your sandals to explore our spectacular public lands this summer, it’s important to understand how to respect wildlife, their habitats and their neighbors. No matter how you enjoy spending time outside, here are five tips to help you recreate in these shared landscapes. Tip 1: How to identify a wolf Image It’s hard not to question every dog track you see when you are recreating in an area with wolves. It can be tricky to tell wolves apart from more common canines, like coyotes and domestic dogs, but there are some key characteristics you can use to identify wolves and the marks they leave on the land. The two most common marks wolves leave are their prints and poop. Canines’ hind tracks are slightly smaller than their front tracks because their front legs support more weight.…

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