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The howl of a wolf. No other sound instantly evokes that powerful sense of the wild. But there’s much more to the Algonquin Wolf than its iconic call. Where do they live? The Algonquin Wolf is found in the mixed coniferous-deciduous forests of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence regions of Ontario and Quebec. A pack’s territory, which is dependent on the abundance of prey, can be 500 km2. The den and rendezvous sites are always near a permanent water source. What do they look like? The Algonquin Wolf is considered an intermediate-sized canid weighing an average of 24 kg for females and 29 kg for males. Compared to the closest relatives, the Algonquin Wolf is larger than the Coyote… read more →
This blog was written by writing intern Amanda Simard. This month’s calendar photo shows a young Algonquin Wolf spotted in Algonquin Park, ON. Here are some facts about this wolf you may not have known! Algonquin Wolf Description Common name: Algonquin Wolf Scientific name: Canis sp. Habitat: deciduous and mixed forests, south of the Boreal Forest Region. Found in Quebec and Ontario Size: average weight: females – 24 kg; males – 29 kg Description: a medium-sized canid with fur that is often reddish-brown, though colouring varies greatly. It appearance bears similarities to the Grey Wolf and the Coyote. What’s in a name? Until recently, the Algonquin Wolf was known as the Eastern Wolf. It is still listed as Eastern Wolf… read more →
This blog was written by guest blogger Andrew Corbett. Algonquin Provincial Park is located in central Ontario and is a crown jewel in the impressive Ontario Parks system. It is a very popular destination for canoe camping – and nature buffs in general. Established in 1893, it is the oldest provincial park in Canada. It covers an impressive 7,653 square kilometres – about a quarter the size of Belgium – and contains an amazing 2,400 lakes. It also contains about 1,200 kilometers of rivers and streams. The park is in a transition zone between Northern Ontario and Southern Ontario, and has geographic features from both of these areas. For example, it has an amazing mix of both coniferous trees (more common in Northern… read more →