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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Sep 17

Last weekend, we hosted a fall harvest-themed enrichment for the wolves. We stuffed gourds with meat, feathers, and other items. They were very engaged. Check out the full Exhibit Pack Update on our YouTube channel. Don't forget to subscribe! The link is in our LinkTree.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Aug 18

The Center attracts thousands of visitors worldwide, especially families with kids. A favorite attraction is our Little Wolf Exhibit. We're excited to announce the exhibit will undergo an exciting makeover that will be more fun and engaging 2026!
📸 K. Lofquist
#internationalwolfcenter #wolves #wolf

Little girl playing in the Little Wolf exhibit at the International Wolf Center.

Little boy playing in the Little Wolf exhibit at the International Wolf Center.

Little girl sitting and taking a break from playing in the Little Wolf exhibit at the international Wolf Center.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jul 30

Cedar and Rowan have joined the Exhibit Pack! More details to come in our upcoming Exhibit Pack Update video on YouTube. The pack is doing great with the pups. Introducing new pups is not a one-day process; it can take weeks or even months before they are fully integrated into the pack.

Ambassador wolf pup Cedar with Blackstone

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jul 23

Ambassador wolf pups, Cedar and Rowan, are playing in a mud puddle created by a heavy rain.

#internationalwolfcenter #wolves #wolf #wolfpups #mudpuddle

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jul 8

On June 27, 1985, 11 men and women, at the request of Dr. L. David Mech, formed the "Committee for an International Wolf Center" to establish a permanent home for the "Wolves and Humans" exhibit in Ely, MN. Over 40+ years, the Center is committed to promoting science-based education about wolves.

Wolf diorama of mounted wolves at a kill site.

Gray wolf on snow at entrance of exhibit

Young boy reading about the history of wolves

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jul 3

Get ready for an unique experience with our exclusive Behind the Scenes program!

Join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 4 p.m. through July 31 for an up-close experience with our incredible ambassador wolves!

🔖 Pre-register to secure your spot now! The link can be found in our Linktree in our bio.

International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 28

How to ID the pups: Cedar has more silver guard hairs on his back and face and a narrower muzzle, while Rowan has a broader muzzle and fewer silver hairs. Personality traits: Rowan is laid-back and more dominant, whereas Cedar tends to be anxious in new situations. Pups are 22 lbs. at 2months old.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 28

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Join the Howl: Vote for Your Favorite 40th Anniversary T-shirt Design!

This year marks a monumental milestone as we celebrate our 40th anniversary! What began as an award-winning museum exhibit has evolved into a powerful global voice for wolf education. Our howl has ech...

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 28

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Join the Howl: Vote for Your Favorite 40th Anniversary T-shirt Design!

This year marks a monumental milestone as we celebrate our 40th anniversary! What began as an award-winning museum exhibit has evolved into a powerful global voice for wolf education. Our howl has ech...

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 27

This year marks our 40th anniversary! What started as a museum exhibit has grown into a global voice for wolf education, reaching millions. We want your input on our exclusive anniversary T-shirt. Vote now.
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#internationalwolfcenter #wolves #wolf #tshirtdesign

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 26

Caz - broader muzzle, boxy frame, more gray fur on forehead, more distinct black saddle, darker fur near his precaudal scent gland, gold eyes

Blackstone - narrower muzzle, taller frame, a subtle “stripe” down his forehead, less distinct markings on his saddle and precaudal scent gland, amber eyes

International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 26

We are often asked how to tell Blackstone and Caz apart. Our wolf care team created this graphic so you can identify them while watching the cams.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 12

Rieka, the dominant female, has been regurgitating food for the pups. You might wonder why she does this. The answer lies in a hormone called prolactin, often referred to as the nurturing hormone. When an adult wolf regurgitates food for the pups, it serves as a way to feed and care for them.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 12

Rowan is a more relaxed and calm pup. He tends to take anything new in his environment in stride with little anxiety. When the adult wolves join in a chorus howl, he has been seen responding since he was 14 days old.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 12

Rieka, the dominant female, has been regurgitating food for the pups. You might wonder why she does this. The answer lies in a hormone called prolactin, often referred to as the nurturing hormone. When an adult wolf regurgitates food for the pups, it serves as a way to feed and care for them.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 12

Rowan is a more relaxed and calm pup. He tends to take anything new in his environment in stride with little anxiety. When the adult wolves join in a chorus howl, he has been seen responding since he was 14 days old.

Rowan stares off towards the right towards the ambassador wolves

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 9

And the winning names are... drumroll, please... Rowan and Cedar!
We are thrilled to announce that we received an amazing 1,458 votes—thank you all for participating in this exciting naming journey!

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 4

Adventures with Wanda & Wolfie

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Jun 3

We are excited to announce the launch of our brand-new Pup Cam!
wolf.org/meet-our-wol...
The Pup Cam is live every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tune in and let the fun begin!
#internationalwolfcenter #wolfpup #wolves #wolf #pupcam

Ambassador pups can be seen live on the new pup cam

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · May 21

What type of enrichment do we provide the pups? Pups enjoy the crunch of a pinecone, a natural source of enrichment that wolf pups may find near their den. #wolfpup
#wolf #internationalwolfcenter #wolves

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · May 14

In wolf pups, the milk incisors are the small, sharp teeth in both the upper and lower jaws at the front of the mouth. These teeth are known as "baby teeth" or deciduous teeth, which are eventually replaced by adult teeth as the pup matures.
#internationalwolfcenter #wolfpup #wolves #wolf #wolfteeth

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · May 9

We are thrilled to introduce our newest little ambassadors, Pup 1 & Pup 2! Our dedicated wolf care team is closely monitoring their progress and providing 24/7 care. These adorable pups are sure to capture your hearts! Stay tuned for update!
#internationalwolfcenter #wolves #wolf #wolfpup #wolfpups

Newest ambassador wolf pups arrive at the International Wolf Center.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · May 1

Fact or Scat:
Wolves are born with permanent teeth.
Check our website's Fact or Scat Trivia page to see if you are correct. The link is on our Linktree in our bio. 🐺
#internationalwolfcenter #wolves #wolf #factorscat

Fact or Scat:
Wolves are born with permanent teeth.
Check the Fact or Scat Trivia page on our website to see if you are correct. The link can be found on our Linktree in our bio.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Apr 29

Join us in celebrating Grayson's 9th birthday with a free 30-minute webinar highlighting his life at the International Wolf Center. Link in Linktree in bio.

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International Wolf Center @intlwolfcenter.bsky.social · Apr 29

Ely, Minnesota, experienced a snowy winter that left a heavy snowpack and ice in the exhibit enclosure. As spring approached, the melting snow began to create vernal pools—temporary bodies of water that form in mid to late spring as the temperatures rise and the ground begins to thaw.

These vernal

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