The role of wolves in ecosystems

Gray wolves, also called timber wolves, are the largest wild member of the dog family. At Zoo New York, brothers Tikanni and Kamots live with sister Luna, who is also seen as their alpha. The trio is a cherished part of the zoo’s conservation and education effort, as they are an endangered species. By the early 1900’s, Gray Wolves were extirpated from New York, and by 1950, were gone from almost every state in the nation due to hunting and habitat loss. Now, there are efforts to reestablish seve