“Retired” Wolf Dies
Lakota, a 15 1/2-year old wolf at the International Wolf Center, was euthanized last Nov. 7. A consultation with the Center’s veterinarian, Dr. Chip Hanson,...
Animals
Black Ducks, Mallards, and Some In Between
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By Dave Benson In the winter in Duluth, I am often asked, “What are all those ducks in the harbor?” The answer, for the most...
Raccoons are Moving North
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By Dana Johnson The raccoon is a common Minnesota resident. It is easily identified by its stout gray/brown body, striped tail, pointed nose, and of...
The Pups are Here!
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On May 9, the International Wolf Center, in Ely, MN, welcomed two male wolf pups to join 8-year-old arctic wolves Malik and Shadow and 4-year-old...
Bright Woodland Singer: Purple Finch
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By David Benson Late winter is finch time. When the cone supply runs out in other areas, flocks of finches sometimes show up at this...
Porcupines
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By Dana Johnson The North American porcupine, Erethizon dorsatum, is Minnesota’s second largest rodent surpassed only by the beaver. Like the skunk, this is an...
Winter Birds
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Earl Orf of Shoreview is a lifelong birder who enjoys photographing birds in the Northern Wilds. The photographs below are species that you may encounter...
Wolves Establish Pack Order
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By Lori Schmidt International Wolf Center The International Wolf Center in Ely houses four live ambassador gray wolves for observation–Malik, Shadow, Grizzer and Maya. Another...