By Kelly Murphy
The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center, nestled in Divide, Colorado, proudly announces the arrival of their newest resident, an American Red wolf meticulously selected through the Saving Animals From Extinction program.
In steadfast dedication to shedding light on the most critically endangered wolf species, CWWC welcomes Fender, a 1 ½-year-old male that was transferred from Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium.
Fender’s entrance into Colorado on November 17th marks a momentous occasion for the center. He has been strategically paired with Shawnee, an 11-year-old female wolf who lost her mate in early 2023. Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center is optimistic that this union will provide Shawnee with much-needed companionship and contribute to the preservation of this critically endangered species.
American Red wolves, being the sole species of wolf genuinely endemic to the United States, face a precarious existence, with estimates indicating that fewer than 20 individuals remain in the wild. In the entire state of Colorado, Shawnee and Fender stand as the exclusive representatives of their kind, proudly serving as ambassadors for the education of American Red wolves.
The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center extends an invitation to the public to witness the rarest wolves in the world.
Kelly Murphy writes for the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center.