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The first groups of classes have started; participants involve 16 classes in two states. Welcome to all our year-one pioneering educators. All teachers should have received two files (Mr. Wolf and Directory Animal Survey). In addition these materials are included under Educational Resources. Did you know? Wolves use several vocalizations for the purpose of communication. Howls, yips, squeals, growls, chirps, and barks. The best known form of vocalization is the howl which is used for the following reasons: 1) to notify other pack members or other packs of their location, 2) to attract potential mates, 3) to rally the pack before a hunt, 4) to announce alarm at the presence of an intruder, and 5) to express distress (pups often howl when they are stressed). In general, howling is used as a means of long distance communication. For short range communication, wolves use scent marking. |