COYOTE MATING BEHAVIOR

The idea of the “alpha wolf” is a myth. But the parasite controlling wolves from their brains? THAT is real For decades we thought wolf packs had dominance hierarchies with alphas at the top. Turns out they’re just families, as in literal parents and their offspring. So why did this myth spread? A scientist studied captive, unrelated wolves in confined zoo spaces and saw aggression & dominance. We then assumed that’s how ALL wolves behave. But there is such thing as a lone wolf!Wolves infected w

Wolf breeding season late January through April, with pups being born in the spring. The exact timing can vary depending on latitude and local conditions, but it generally falls within these months. During this time, the breeding pair typically mates, and the female gives birth in a den after a gestation period of about two months. Key points about wolf breeding season Timing: The season generally runs from late January to April, with breeding occurring latest in higher latitudes. Gestation and