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- 1Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 winners announced▼Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026: the winners
The winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 competition have been announced, showcasing the year's best nature and wildlife photography. The award, run by the Natural History Museum in London, is one of the most prestigious prizes in the field, and the winning images are drawing attention for their depictions of animals and wild places around the world.
- 2Japan's rural depopulation drives wildlife decline●As the Japanese countryside empties out, wildlife is disappearing
A Yale Environment 360 report examines how Japan's shrinking rural population is causing wildlife to disappear. As farming and land management abandon the countryside, satoyama landscapes that once sustained biodiversity are degrading, reducing habitats for many species. The finding runs counter to expectations, since one might assume fewer humans would benefit nature.
- 3Mr Faisu Takes Family On Wildlife Park And Sea Lion Trip●Tanya, Ammi-Abbu Ke Saath Sea Lion Breakfast, Wildlife Park Aur Snow World! @MrFaisu
Influencer Mr Faisu is sharing a family day out with his parents and companion Tanya, featuring a breakfast alongside sea lions, a visit to a wildlife park and a trip to a snow world attraction. The outing, documented in a vlog-style video posted in Hindi, has drawn close to a million likes as fans react to the rare family appearance.
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Footage showcasing the abundant wildlife of the Pantanal, the vast tropical wetland in Brazil, is attracting large audiences worldwide. The region, home to jaguars, caimans, giant river otters and hundreds of bird species, is considered one of the best places on Earth to observe animals in the wild. Viewers are praising the stunning natural scenery and biodiversity, with the Pantanal becoming a focal point for nature lovers and wildlife tourism discussions.
- 5Aquarium Welcomes Seven Endangered African Penguin Chicks●Aquarium welcomes 7 baby African Penguins, a critically endangered species
An aquarium has announced the birth of seven African penguin chicks, a species listed as critically endangered in the wild. The arrivals are being celebrated as a boost for conservation breeding programmes, which work to maintain a healthy insurance population of the species, whose wild numbers have collapsed due to overfishing, habitat loss and climate pressures.
- 6Animal Sounds Video for Kids Draws Big Audience▼🐱🐮🐑🐴Animal sound for kids 🦒🐧🐱 Cute Animal Sound Learn Wild and Farm Animals
A children's educational video teaching the sounds of wild and farm animals is attracting a large audience worldwide. The short lesson pairs cute animal footage with sounds from cats, cows, sheep, horses, giraffes and penguins, aimed at toddlers and young children learning animal names. Its popularity reflects steady parent demand for simple, screen-friendly learning content for early childhood.
- 7Diver films two squid swimming together 80 feet down●What is better than seeing one squid swim through the water? Seeing TWO, of course! I found these two squid 80 feet (24
A diver has shared footage of two squid swimming side by side about 80 feet (24 metres) below the surface during a dive last week. The squid appeared to stay together for most of the time, which the diver notes is a rare treat, as spotting even a single squid on a dive is unusual.
- 8YouTuber finds mystery animal in Anazala family's backyard●I Found the Mystery Animal in their Backyard! ( w/ Anazala Family )
Content creator Ronan Walters has released a new collaboration with the Anazala Family in which he investigates and claims to find a mystery animal in their backyard. The wildlife-themed video is drawing heavy engagement, with hundreds of thousands of viewers reacting to the discovery and the family's on-camera response. Fans are debating what the animal could be and sharing clips from the video.
- 9Mountain Lion Attacks While Father Eagle Is Away Hunting●The Father Eagle Left to Hunt. That Was All the Mountain Lion Needed | CTTV Video
A wildlife video circulating widely shows an eagle's nest left unattended while the father bird hunts, and a mountain lion seizing that moment to strike. The clip has drawn nearly two million likes, with viewers reacting to the dramatic encounter and the vulnerability of the young birds during the parent's absence.
- 10Kids' Animal Sound Learning Videos Draw Big Audiences●Animal sound for kids 🦒🐧🐱 Cute Animal Sound Learn Wild and Farm Animals 2160p
Children's videos teaching the sounds of wild and farm animals are attracting large audiences, with clips from kids' channels such as Pyare Geet Kids and Tana Rhymes collecting hundreds of thousands of likes. The content pairs cute animal characters, including giraffes, penguins and cats, with their sounds to help young children learn.
- 11Grizzly Bear Hunts Bison in Yellowstone, Captivating Viewers●Grizzly Bear Hunts Bison in Yellowstone | North America's Deadliest Predators | Wildlife Documentary
A wildlife documentary segment showing a grizzly bear hunting a bison in Yellowstone National Park has drawn large audiences, highlighting the raw predator-prey dynamics of North America's most dangerous animals. Viewers are reacting to the rare footage of one of the park's apex predators taking on bison, among the largest land mammals on the continent, in a dramatic display of survival in the wild.
- 12Underwater Photography Photos Trend for Silent Sunday●# SilentSunday # UnderwaterPhotography # photography # scuba # ocean # nature # NaturePhotography
Photographers are sharing underwater images tagged for Silent Sunday, a weekly social media tradition where users post photos with little or no accompanying text. The posts feature scuba and ocean scenes under nature and photography hashtags, drawing engagement from wildlife and diving communities.
- 13Polar Bear vs Elephant size comparison draws big audience●Polar Bear 2026 vs Elephant 2028 and New Savage Animals | SizeComparison | SHADOWSCALE
A size-comparison production under the ShadowScale banner is pitting a '2026 polar bear' against a '2028 elephant' alongside newly added 'savage animals', ranking fourth globally in wildlife content with roughly 548,000 engagements. Viewers are weighing in on which animal would come out larger or stronger, keeping speculative animal match-up content in heavy circulation.
- 14Donkey Compilation Is the Animal Comedy Hit of the Year●Get Ready to Cry Laughing with these Hilarious DONKEYS 🤣 Funniest Animals Video of 2026
A compilation of funny donkey clips is being billed as the funniest animal video of 2026, drawing more than a million likes from viewers worldwide. The footage shows donkeys in a series of silly, laugh-out-loud moments, and audiences are sharing it widely as feel-good entertainment.
- 15Wildlife Documentary Explores Why Lions Back Down in Virunga●WILD VIRUNGA | Why a Lion Backs Down From a Giant That Has Never Hunted | Wildlife Documentary
A wildlife documentary titled 'Wild Virunga' is drawing large audiences with its look at why a lion retreats from a giant animal that has never hunted. Set in Virunga, the film examines predator behaviour and the natural dynamics that keep big animals in check, and viewers are engaging heavily with the footage.
- 16Wildlife moment shows animal welcomed up to a special tree●When you've earned trust, you have earned the right to sit with new friends But if the new friends sit high in a tree wh
A wildlife anecdote is circulating about an animal earning the trust of new friends, only to face one problem: the friends sit high in a tree it cannot reach. The story ends warmly, with the friends going out of their way to lead it to a special tree where it can sit with them too.
- 17Blue-throated Bee-eater's Unusual Cooperative Breeding Habits Highlighted●Blue-throated Bee-eater (Merops viridis). They're very unusual birds in their breeding habits. Parents are occasionally
Wildlife enthusiasts are drawing attention to the blue-throated bee-eater, a colourful bird of Southeast Asia with notably unusual breeding habits. Parents are sometimes assisted by 'helpers' — often older offspring or non-breeding adults — who feed the chicks and guard the nest burrow, a form of cooperative breeding that fascinates birders and ecologists.
- 18Mass Audubon Sanctuary Hosts 'Roots, Stems, Leaves, Sky' Exhibit▼Roots, Stems, Leaves, Sky: Exhibit at Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in the Berkshires is presenting an exhibition titled 'Roots, Stems, Leaves, Sky'. Local coverage from The Berkshire Edge highlights the show, which focuses on nature and the landscape surrounding the sanctuary. The exhibit gives visitors a reason to explore the wildlife sanctuary while celebrating the region's natural environment.
- 19Mass Audubon Sanctuary Hosts 'Roots, Stems, Leaves, Sky' Exhibit▼The Berkshire Eagle Events - Roots, Stems, Leaves, Sky: Exhibit at Mass Audubon Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary in the Berkshires is presenting an art exhibit titled 'Roots, Stems, Leaves, Sky', listed among The Berkshire Eagle's local events. The showcase appears to celebrate nature and the landscape of the wildlife sanctuary, offering visitors an indoor cultural complement to the sanctuary's trails. No further details about the artists or dates are available in the listings.
- 20South Dakota anglers reject plan to keep large muskies▼South Dakota wildlife officials try to let anglers keep large muskies, but anglers say no thanks
South Dakota wildlife officials proposed allowing anglers to keep large muskellunge they catch, but fishermen are pushing back, saying they would rather release the big fish. The dispute centers on whether large muskies should be harvested or preserved as trophy catch-and-release targets in the state's waters.
- 21Diver describes nighttime ocean dive surrounded by tarpon●Went on a night dive last night. It is very exciting being in the ocean at night because that is when all of the creatur
A scuba diver has recounted a night dive in which large tarpon repeatedly circled the group, apparently hunting smaller fish that were drawn to the divers. The diver describes being in the ocean after dark as exciting, since that is when nocturnal creatures come out to feed. Other divers and ocean enthusiasts are responding warmly to the firsthand account of underwater nightlife.
- 22Wildlife populations fell 73% between 1970 and 2020●Between 1970 and 2020, wildlife populations dropped 73% (2024)
The 2024 Living Planet Report found that monitored wildlife populations declined by an average of 73% between 1970 and 2020, with the steepest losses in freshwater ecosystems and in Latin America and the Caribbean. Scientists behind the report warn the decline is pushing ecosystems toward tipping points and are calling for urgent action on habitat loss, climate change and unsustainable food systems ahead of global biodiversity talks.
- 23Black-and-white bird photography drawing attention among nature lovers●Bird # bird # BlackAndWhite # monochrome # closeup # nature # wildlife # NatureLovers # photo # photography # picture #
A photographer is sharing close-up monochrome images of birds, tagged for wildlife and nature audiences. The black-and-white shots are picking up modest engagement as bird and photography communities circulate them.
- 24Animal Mothers Show Off Their Babies in Heartwarming Wildlife Footage●When Proud Animal Moms Can't Stop Showing Off Their Babies! ❤️
A wildlife compilation showing animal mothers proudly presenting their young is drawing large audiences worldwide. Viewers are reacting warmly to scenes of mothers from various species parading, grooming and protecting their babies, with hundreds of thousands engaging with the footage. Commenters describe the clips as uplifting and share them widely, adding the compilation to a wave of feel-good animal content circulating this week.
- 25What's next for WWF's conservation priorities before Congress▼What's next for WWF’s conservation priorities before Congress
The World Wildlife Fund is outlining its conservation priorities ahead of an upcoming Congressional session, highlighting the policy agenda it plans to push in Washington. The announcement comes as environmental groups seek to influence US legislation on wildlife protection, habitat conservation, and climate-related funding, with attention now on how lawmakers will respond to the organisation's proposals.
- 26Anant Ambani's Vantara animal centre vows reset amid criticism▼What happens inside Anant Ambani's Vantara [India's animal megacentre vows reset after criticism]
Vantara, Anant Ambani's large animal rescue and care facility in Jamnagar, Gujarat, has pledged reforms following criticism over its animal welfare practices and scrutiny from authorities. Reports describe the scale of the centre, which houses thousands of rescued animals, and its operations under the Ambani family's Reliance-backed initiative. Commentators are debating whether the promised changes will address concerns about transparency and the keeping of wild animals.
- 27Brazil Wildlife Trafficking Exposes the Price of Exotic Pets▼Brazil Wildlife Trafficking Exposes the Ugly Price of the Perfect Exotic Pet
Wildlife trafficking in Brazil is being scrutinized in reporting that links the demand for exotic pets to the illegal capture and trade of wild animals. The coverage highlights the environmental and ethical costs behind keeping rare species as companion animals, framing the trade as a hidden industry driven by consumer desire for the 'perfect' exotic pet.
- 28Wildlife Documentary Explores Why Laikipia's Boldest Animal Fears Baboons●WILD LAIKIPIA | Why Africa's Most Fearless Animal Runs From a Baboon | Wildlife Documentary
A wildlife documentary set in Laikipia, Kenya examines why one of Africa's most fearless animals flees when confronted by a baboon, highlighting surprising predator-prey dynamics on the region's rangelands. Viewers are sharing the film widely, drawn to the unexpected reversal of who dominates whom in the wild.
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Conservation efforts are highlighting how people and lions coexist in Botswana's Okavango Delta, one of Africa's richest wildlife habitats. Attention is on the challenges local communities face living alongside lions and the measures being used to reduce conflict while protecting one of the region's most iconic predator populations.
- 30Dutch wildlife photographers capture rare birds from wryneck to nutcrackers●# natuur # Biesbosch # natuur # natuurfotografie # vogels # nederland # dutch # netherlands # english # nature -photogra
Nature photographers are sharing recent sightings across the Netherlands, including a wryneck photographed at Maasvlakte near Rotterdam and a juvenile pallid harrier near Eemnes, both shot with Sony camera equipment. A post also notes a small invasion of nutcrackers, a species described as very rare for the Netherlands. Birders are celebrating the unusual string of rarities appearing in Dutch nature areas.
- 31Black-and-white rose photographs drawing quiet attention▼Rose # rose # BlackAndWhite # monochrome # closeup # nature # wildlife # NatureLovers # photo # photography # picture #
Photographer Laura Lawrence has shared a series of black-and-white close-up photographs of a rose, tagged under nature and wildlife themes. The monochrome images are picking up small amounts of engagement from nature and photography enthusiasts who appreciate close-up floral work.
- 32Vermont wildlife officials ask deer hunters to report sightings▼Fish & Wildlife asks deer hunters to report wildlife sightings
Vermont Fish & Wildlife is asking deer hunters to report wildlife sightings during the hunting season. Hunters in the field can record observations of animals such as bears, moose and turkeys, giving biologists valuable data on species distribution and population trends. Officials say hunters are well placed to gather this information because they spend long hours across remote parts of the state.
- 33Documentary Captures Snow Leopard Hunt and Goat Mother's Defense▼WILD HIMALAYAN | Snow Leopard Hunts, Mother Goat Fights Back | Wildlife Documentary
A wildlife documentary titled 'Wild Himalayan' is drawing wide attention for footage showing a snow leopard hunting in the Himalayas, with a mother goat fighting back to defend her young. Viewers are responding strongly to the dramatic predator-versus-prey encounter and the rare look at life in high-altitude mountain terrain.
- 34Virunga Documentary Explores Wildlife and Human Conflict●WILD VIRUNGA | Why the Jungle's Deadliest Hunter Fears a Gentle Giant | Wildlife Documentary
A wildlife documentary set in Virunga National Park is drawing large audiences, exploring why one of the jungle's most dangerous hunters fears a 'gentle giant' of the forest, likely a gorilla. The film highlights the park's rich biodiversity and the tense relationships between predators, primates and humans in one of Africa's most fragile ecosystems.
- 35Close-up insect photography draws attention from nature lovers●Insect # insect # color # closeup # nature # wildlife # NatureLovers # photo # photography # picture # image
Wildlife photographer laur_lawr has shared a series of colorful close-up insect photographs, tagged for nature and wildlife audiences. The images are attracting modest engagement from nature lovers and photography fans, who are appreciating the detailed macro shots of insects in their natural setting.
- 36Dramatic cows video amuses millions online▼DRAMATIC COWS Are TOO Funny to Be This BIG! 😂Funniest Animal Video!
A compilation of cows behaving in comically dramatic ways is drawing large audiences worldwide. Viewers are sharing clips of the oversized animals reacting theatrically to everyday situations, calling them unexpectedly funny given their size. The lighthearted animal footage has become a popular share as people pass around the amusing moments.
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A wildlife photograph has been featured as the photo of the day by WENY News. The image showcases wildlife imagery being shared with audiences as part of the outlet's regular feature. Beyond the feature itself, no further details about the photograph's subject, location, or photographer have been made available.
- 38Nature Photographers Share Plant Photos Across Languages▼# příroda # nature # naturephotography # rostlina # fleur # fleurphoto # pflanze # pflanzefoto # pflanzefotografie # pla
A photographer is sharing plant and nature images tagged in Czech, English, French and German, reaching an international audience under community tags like FlowersOfMastodon and bloomscrolling. The posts show the multilingual tagging practice common among nature photographers, helping images travel across language communities and drawing small but steady appreciation from viewers in different countries.
- 39Photographer shares one happy archive photo per day●One photo per day from my archive. Completely random in subject, time, location. Photos that make me happy. And hopefull
A photographer has begun posting one photo per day from their personal archive, chosen at random in subject, time and location, with the stated aim of sharing images that bring joy. The project, currently at its 480th entry, features nature and landscape photography and is intended to make both the photographer and viewers happy.
- 40Beyond the Bears: The Unsung Wildlife of National Parks▼Beyond the Bears: Meet the Unsung Wildlife of National Parks
The National Park Foundation is highlighting the lesser-known animals that live in national parks, shifting attention away from famous species like bears. The piece spotlights overlooked wildlife and encourages visitors to notice and appreciate the full range of species protected in these landscapes.
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A wildlife clip showing raccoons behaving in bizarre, chaotic ways has drawn nearly a million likes, with viewers agreeing the animals are 'insane'. The footage, shared by a backyard wildlife channel, captures the animals' famously bold and unpredictable behaviour. Commenters are swapping their own raccoon encounters, fuelling renewed interest in the masked mammals.
- 42USDA Puts $21 Million Into 10 New Wildlife Conservation Projects▼USDA invests $21 million in an additional 10 projects to expand wildlife conservation, outdoor access
The US Department of Agriculture has announced an additional $21 million for ten new projects aimed at expanding wildlife conservation and improving public access to outdoor spaces. The funding continues the department's conservation investment programme, supporting habitat work and recreation opportunities, and is drawing attention from agricultural and rural news outlets covering federal land and wildlife policy.
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Illegal wildlife trafficking is drawing attention following coverage by OregonLive. The issue involves the smuggling of protected animals and plants across borders, a trade that threatens endangered species and fuels organised crime. Reports highlight ongoing enforcement challenges and the need for stronger international cooperation to curb the illegal trade in wildlife.
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Wildlife crossings, overpasses and underpasses designed to let animals safely cross roads, are receiving renewed coverage from outlets including TIME for Kids and LAist. The structures aim to reduce vehicle-animal collisions and reconnect fragmented habitats, with projects in places like California frequently cited as examples of growing investment in the approach.
- 45Green Revolution blog asks how to protect the planet●Blogue de la Révolution Verte : Comment en pratique préserver notre planète ? https://www. revolutionverte.fr/p/blog-pag
A French blog called the Green Revolution is asking readers how to preserve the planet in practical terms, sharing tips and everyday eco-gestures. The item is being circulated with hashtags on corporate social responsibility, sustainability, ecology and ethical living, reflecting ongoing public interest in concrete individual and collective environmental action.
- 46Bear killings rise as garbage and bird feeders lure bears into towns▼Bear killings skyrocket as garbage, bird feeders draw them into conflict
Reports across multiple US outlets say bears are being killed at a sharply higher rate as unsecured garbage and bird feeders draw them into residential areas, leading to conflicts that wildlife managers often end by euthanising the animals. Coverage highlights how easily available food sources condition bears to approach homes, making repeat encounters increasingly common and prompting calls for residents to secure attractants.
- 47Bull Moose Photographed at Antelope Flats in Grand Teton●Bull Moose, Antelope Flats, Grand Teton National Park. December, 2019. 📷 Fujifilm X-T3 + XF100-400mmF4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR
A wildlife photographer shared a striking image of a bull moose taken at Antelope Flats in Grand Teton National Park. The shot was captured in December 2019 with a Fujifilm X-T3 and a 100-400mm telephoto lens at 400mm, f/8, 1/500s and ISO 2500. Photography enthusiasts are praising the sharpness of the capture and discussing the gear and settings used.
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Kentucky has opened two new wildlife areas to the public, expanding access for outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing and wildlife viewing. Local news outlets reported the announcement, though further details on the locations, size and rules of the areas have not yet been widely shared.
- 49Ginkgo's Fan-Shaped Leaves Draw Fresh Attention●The leaf is fan-shaped and split down the middle like a small green pair of lungs, on a tree that has been around for fu
The ginkgo tree, one of the oldest living tree species, is being celebrated for its distinctive fan-shaped leaves that split down the middle like a pair of small green lungs. Gardeners and herbal enthusiasts note that standardized ginkgo extract, typically taken at 120–240mg daily, is commonly used to support memory. The tree's ancient lineage and enduring popularity keep it a favourite topic among plant lovers.
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The Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition for 2026 is drawing attention, with coverage highlighting the contest's call for entries and its standing as one of the most prestigious awards in nature photography. Photographers worldwide follow it for the chance to have their work exhibited in London and seen by millions.
- 51Woodland and landscape photography trend marks quiet Sunday sharing●# SilentSunday # woodlandphotography # landscapephotography # nature
People are sharing photographs of woodlands, landscapes and natural scenery as part of a recurring Sunday tradition of posting images with minimal or no commentary. The nature photography posts, tagged for woodland and landscape work, are drawing steady engagement across the social web, with photographers and nature lovers using the day to showcase quiet moments outdoors.
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A listing of local events is circulating in regional news, tagged under wildlife coverage. Beyond the announcement of community events taking place locally, no further details are available about the organisers, locations, or the specific wildlife connection. Readers appear to be checking what is on in their area.
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People are posting quiet, camera-only photographs to mark Silent Sunday, a tradition of sharing a single wordless image each weekend. Current posts lean on autumn themes, with trees, leaves and wildlife in seasonal colour drawing small but steady engagement from photography and nature communities.
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News outlets across several regions are running items on wildlife, according to aggregated headline data. No specific incident, species, or location is given in the available reporting. Readers are engaging with animal and conservation coverage, but the exact subject driving the interest cannot be determined from what has been published so far.
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Conservation group Earthjustice warns that wolves in the United States are facing renewed threats, with protections under attack once again. The group says gray wolves, only recently recovered from near-extinction, could lose federal safeguards that have kept hunting and culling in check. Environmental advocates are urging the public to push back against efforts to weaken wolf protections.
- 56Pygmy owl photographed in Helsinki draws birdwatchers' attention●#Varpuspöllö (Glaucidium passerinum) Pygmy Owl #birds #birdphotography #nature #naturephotography #helsinki #microfourth
Wildlife photographer Pekka Reittila has shared images of a pygmy owl (Glaucidium passerinum), known in Finnish as varpuspöllö, taken in Helsinki using OM System gear with an M.Zuiko 150-400mm Pro lens. The Eurasian pygmy owl is Europe's smallest owl and a prized sighting among birders, and the images are circulating among bird photography and nature communities.
- 57Comedy Wildlife Awards 2026 showcase funniest animal photos▼Comedy Wildlife Awards 2026: Funniest animals worldwide
The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2026 are drawing attention with their annual selection of humorous animal images from around the world, as highlighted by DW. The competition celebrates wildlife photography that captures animals in funny, candid moments, blending conservation awareness with light entertainment.
- 58Two Colorado wolf packs show signs of skin parasite●2 of Colorado’s wolf packs are showing potential signs of a skin parasite — can the state diagnose and treat it?
Wildlife officials in Colorado are monitoring two of the state's reintroduced wolf packs after animals showed potential signs of a skin parasite, likely mange. The state is now weighing how to diagnose the condition and whether treatment is feasible in the wild. Observers are watching closely because the health of the wolf population is central to the state's contested wolf reintroduction effort.