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Course Syllabus:
Section
1: The Wolf
Section
explaining the history of the wolf - its ancestry and classification.
This section also looks at the wolf in general terms including
physical characteristics, intelligence and personality of the wolf.
Section
2: Wolf Packs & Territories
Section
looking at wolf pack structures including dispersal of packs and
individuals. This section also examines how they cope with the
variation in their habitats and territories. Also covered is
information on how wolves travel, along with details on hunting techniques.
Section
3: Wolf Behaviour
Section
explaining wolf interactions - including their interaction with other
wolves, with humans, with prey and also non prey species such as
bears and other predators.
Section
4: Wolf Reproduction & Pups
Section
looking at reproduction and the role of the different animals within
the pack. This section also examines how the pack operate with and
without pups present, along with the mating habits of wolves.
Section
5: Wolf Sub-Species
Section
looking at the Grey Wolf but also the recognised sub species of wolf
around the world. Included are all the sub-species listed in North
America and the sub species listed in Eurasia.
Section
6: Myths & Legends
Section
looking at some of the myths, stories and legends behind the wolf.
Also included is a look at some of the misconceptions about wolves,
along with details on some of the true facts about the animals.
Section
7: From Wolf To Dog
Section
covering the differences, but also more of the similarities between
the dog and the wolf. Covering the history of wolves first
co-existence with man to the wild wolf of today, and the pet dog in
the home.
Section
8: Wolf Conservation & The Future
Section
looking at the threats to wolves such as hunting, habitat destruction
and disease. Also looking to the future of the wolf and the work to
protect the species and the eco-system it lives in.
Visits:
Plus
two trips to Wolf Watch UK to see the resident wolves
June and
November (dates to be confirmed).
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