In what appears to be a repeat performance, a new litter of red wolf cubs was born at The Museum of Life and Science in Durham, North Carolina. This litter appears to be half the size of the one reported last year. (Link) Nonetheless, these add to the limited population of these animals remaining.
Source: WRAL-TV via AVMA SmartBrief, April 24, 2018, Link.
The first 30 days are a critical period and the staff will monitor the cubs’ progress routinely. With fewer than 300 red wolves alive today, the museum staff is thrilled to welcome the new additions to the critically-endangered population.
INSIGHTS: The video footage of the cubs being handled will interest some.