Why Do Wolves Matter?

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MAINTAINING A HEALTHY ECOSYSTEM

Wolves are an important component in ensuring a healthy ecosystem. By regulating prey populations, wolves help maintain the balance of nature. Wolves' presence in the environment creates a ripple effect that positively impacts plant and animal species. 

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REDUCING DISEASE

A Colorado State University study suggests that because wolves typically target slower or diseased prey, it could result in a reduction of Chronic Wasting Disease-infected deer and elk.