As spring winds to an end, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC) welcomes a dozen newborns, and counting, including an orphaned coyote pup and moose calf.
The moose calf was orphaned to the Wildlife Center by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game from Anchorage after efforts to locate his mother were unsuccessful. The orphaned male has been doing well following his arrival on campus and is expected to make his first public appearance in the coming days.
A new coyote pup was transferred to the AWCC on May 26, after having been discovered near a runway on base in Anchorage. The pup has done well under the care and supervision of AWCC staff, though no public appearance date has been set.
Additionally, AWCC campus welcomed four newborn musk oxen calves which were successfully delivered within the Wildlife Center’s herd. The most recent addition was born the morning of June 4, joining its fellow calves in the herd. The ox calves have been well received by visitors and staff alike.
Continuing the resurgence of the wood bison population, the AWCC is watching over three month-old wood bison calves. They are thriving under the care of their mothers and are an exciting indication of the positive conservation efforts for reinstating wood bison into the Alaskan wilderness.
“The AWCC staff continue to uphold the highest standards for rearing orphaned and newborn wildlife. We are pleased to play a role in the protection and rehabilitation of each species,” said AWCC Executive Director Mike Miller. Orphaned and newborn wildlife require necessary attention before being introduced to the public to ensure their best recovery and future growth. Check back throughout the summer as the pup and fawns are placed on exhibit and as we welcome new arrivals!
