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What are we doing to help the Red Wolves?
Along with AZA, several accredited zoos and aquariums are working to protect several endangered species, including the American red wolf. You can learn more about the AZA American Red Wolf Species Survival Program online to find out what researchers are doing to encourage red wolf survival.
How can we help the wolves?
Adopt one of our wolves to help support that wolf and get photos, newsletters and more.
- Donate Goods and Services. Shop our Amazon wish list, donate a vehicle or find other ways to support the wolves!
- Bequests and Planned Giving. Create a legacy that will help save wolves.
- Volunteer.
- Internships.
Why are red wolves endangered 2021?
Species information The red wolf is the world’s most endangered wolf. Once common throughout the Eastern and South Central United States, red wolf populations were decimated by the early 20th century as a result of intensive predator control programs and the degradation and alteration of the species’ habitat.
Why we should protect wolves?
Without healthy wolf populations, ecosystems are thrown out of balance. Predators act as checks on populations further down the food chain. Saving wolves means also saving fragile and complex ecosystems on which thousands of species rely—while also conserving an important piece of our national heritage.
How do wolves help the ecosystem?
Wolves play a key role in keeping ecosystems healthy. They help keep deer and elk populations in check, which can benefit many other plant and animal species. The carcasses of their prey also help to redistribute nutrients and provide food for other wildlife species, like grizzly bears and scavengers.
Is there anything you can do to help Red Wolves?
ANYONE can help red wolves, as long as they truly have a desire to learn and share what they know. If you wish to help the red wolf cause, there are a number of things you can do.
Where can I find information about Red Wolves?
The Red Wolf Coalition’s website is a metaphorical gold mine of information regarding all aspects of red wolves, red wolf conservation, and much more. Here you can find facts about the history, biology, behaviors, and more of Canis rufus, and find multiple ways to help the cause through the RWC.
Is the Red Wolf Survival Plan a success?
The Red Wolf Species Survival Plan continues to be an outstanding example of successful zoo-based conservation. With the future of the Red Wolf still in question, biologists continue to study these amazing animals to help ensure their continued survival.
How is Point Defiance Zoo helping Red Wolves?
These were brought into human care, including Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, as part of the Species Survival Plan (SSP), managed by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. (But still needing help.) Today more than 40 approved facilities work together as part of the Red Wolf SSP to ensure red wolf survival.