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Wolf travels from Island to Mainland

A wolf's journey from the island of Norderney to the mainland, confirmed by DNA analysis of a sheep carcass, raises questions about wolf migration.

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Why was the wolf not captured?: There were no reported incidents of the wolf approaching livestock or humans on Norderney, so capturing it was deemed unnecessary. Wolves are strictly protected under nature conservation laws.
Where was the wolf initially sighted?: A wolf, initially sighted on the island of Norderney, was later confirmed to have killed a sheep in Friederikensiel. DNA analysis linked the wolf from the island to the sheep killing.
How did the wolf likely reach Norderney?: The wolf likely traveled from Belgium and crossed the Wadden Sea at low tide to reach Norderney. Young wolves are known to travel long distances in search of territory.
When were the last confirmed sightings of the wolf?: The last confirmed sightings of the wolf were on August 17th and 19th. It is uncertain if these were the same wolf observed earlier.
Is the distance between the wolf's sighting on Norderney and the sheep killing unusual?: The wolf's journey from Norderney to Friesland, approximately 40 kilometers, is not unusual for young wolves. They are known to travel up to 80 kilometers a day while searching for territory.

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