Wolf Conservation Center on Instagram: "Atka’s legacy continues to inspire compassion and understanding for wolves everywhere. 🐺 As one of the Wolf Conservation Center’s most beloved ambassadors, Atka helped thousands of people see wolves in a new light, not as symbols of fear, but as vital and intelligent animals. His spirit lives on through our work, our ambassador pack, and everyone he inspired to speak up for wolves and the wild. This Wolf Awareness Week, we honor Atka and continue his miss

🐺 5 Wolf Facts & Their Role in Biodiversity 🌿 1. Wolves regulate prey populations, like deer and elk, preventing overgrazing and helping forests and meadows thrive. 2. Their hunting patterns create carcasses that feed scavengers such as ravens, foxes, and bears. 3. Wolves influence animal behavior, encouraging herbivores to move and graze in healthier ways, which maintains ecosystem balance. 4. They help disperse nutrients through their droppings, enriching the soil and supporting plant growth