Wolves are extremely vital components of our ecosystem. Without wolves, deers become overpopulated, creating a variety of problems. Not only are deer-related accidents a serious issue, becoming increasingly prevalent as their population expands, but deer also destroy vegetation where they live. With no natural predators, deer in areas such as Short Hills Provincial Park on Pelham Road in St. Catharines, become totally relaxed and are constantly overgrazing. Now, areas like this one are wiped clean of vegetation below shoulder height (or deer height). In turn, deer put the populations of other herbivorous animals in jeopardy. There is very little left for the rabbits and squirrels to eat.
As you can see, without wolves, entire ecosystems fall apart. That is why Provincial Parks such Algonquin are actively protecting their wolf packs, and other areas are reintroducing wolves and welcoming coywolves.
As you can see, without wolves, entire ecosystems fall apart. That is why Provincial Parks such Algonquin are actively protecting their wolf packs, and other areas are reintroducing wolves and welcoming coywolves.