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#CoywolfTracks
Some stabbing yip-howls have been heard from the darkness after 3am this morning. And today a couple of tracks like these were found near the house.
These guys are particularly vocal when they're hungry and looking for something to eat as for this time of the year food is getting scarce for wildlife.
Dogs wanted to go out looking for them but for me it is a solid no. Coywolves, who roams the valley here, always hunt in small pack of three. They are extremely vicious and now able to drag down a dear in less then 10sec.
Mountainous Parts of the Northern Hemisphere. January 17, 2023.
#ObservingWildlife
Observing Wolves or any wild animals for research or any educational purposes can be an unforgetable experience. It can be very exciting but most of all we need to remember that it should be done with respect of their habitat and without causing them harm.
Then all we need to do is look for tracks patterns to identify the direction. Now if we're looking for Wolves, the front paw prints are about 4 inches wide and they tend to keep their claws retracted when walking, so their tracks typically won't show prominent claw marks. And Wolves typically follow a specific path when they're on the move.
However in certain conditions we might see faint claw marks in the trail, fallen trees or rocks when climbing mountains.
Then by keeping a safe distance we can start documenting our actions which later will be valuable for our research or in any educational purposes.
Of course, it will be possible only if we're lucky enough to spot them in the wild before they spot us. But most of all, it is crucial to follow ethical and legal guidelines when observing wildlife. If you're not experienced in tracking or have any concerns about safety, consider consulting your local Wildlife Experts or Naturalists for guidance.
Otherwise, don't ever do this.
… more faint claw marks found in the trail while climbing a mountain.
#ObservingWildlife
Observing Wolves or any wild animals for research or any educational purposes can be an unforgetable experience. It can be very exciting but most of all we need to remember that it should be done with respect of their habitat and without causing them harm.
Then all we need to do is look for tracks patterns to identify the direction. Now if we're looking for Wolves, the front paw prints are about 4 inches wide and they tend to keep their claws retracted when walking, so their tracks typically won't show prominent claw marks. And Wolves typically follow a specific path when they're on the move.
However in certain conditions we might see faint claw marks in the trail, fallen trees or rocks when climbing mountains.
Then by keeping a safe distance we can start documenting our actions which later will be valuable for our research or in any educational purposes.
Of course, it will be possible only if we're lucky enough to spot them in the wild before they spot us. But most of all, it is crucial to follow ethical and legal guidelines when observing wildlife. If you're not experienced in tracking or have any concerns about safety, consider consulting your local Wildlife Experts or Naturalists for guidance.
Otherwise, don't ever do this.
#CoyWolf
The intermingling of genetic between Gray Wolves and Coyotes in North Hemisphere is a fascinating example of how species can interact and evolve. Genomic studies have revealed a gradient of admixture, with the least amount of Coyote DNA found in the Wolf populations of Canada.
This is likely due to the geographic isolation and differing environmental pressures in our region. In contrast, Wolves in Ontario, Quebec, and Atlantic Canada show the highest levels of Coyote genes. It is also due to a wide range of factors including habitat overlap, changes in population dynamics, human influences on the environment, etc…
And understanding these patterns of admixture is crucial for conservation efforts, as it provides insights into the genetic health and adaptability of wolf populations across the continent.
@BenAdrienProulx July 5, 2024.
#EarlyTrespassing
Yesterday morning wasn't the right time, neither the right moment to trespass a Coyote territory.
At first sight we've been clearly spotted by this couple of Coyote. Usually they don't care much about humans as long as we're not trespassing their territories in the middle of their breeding season; unfortunately we're just at the beginning of it. Like most wild animals, Coyotes can be easily offended during this time and by any means necessary, will protect their family as well as their hunting territories on which they count on to feed their youngsters. The female seems relatively calm but still cautious of our presence contrary to the male who was agitated, noisy, and didn't seem to be in a mood to socialize with us. ( mindful-hempress )
Sure the fact that we suprised them didn't help the situation. So slowly we decided to leave this area going, backwards.
@BenAdrienProulx April 11th, 2024