Why Elk Calves Are Undetectable to Yellowstone's Wolves

Name: Why Elk Calves Are Undetectable to Yellowstone's Wolves
Uploaded: 2018-09-12
Duration: 179677
Description: In Yellowstone, elk calves are left unprotected by their herd and are the easiest prey for wolves to catch. Luckily, the newborns have no scent and, if hidden well, can fool a wolf into believing they're not there.

In Yellowstone, elk calves are left unprotected by their herd and are the easiest prey for wolves to catch. Luckily, the newborns have no scent and, if hidden well, can fool a wolf into believing they're not there.

3play_processed From the Smithsonian Channel Science Wildlife