Isle Royale's wolf population grows, moose numbers plummet
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By Detroit Free Press
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Isle Royale has witnessed a remarkable ecological turnaround in its predator-prey dynamics. After wolves nearly disappeared due to genetic bottlenecking, a strategic reintroduction program has successfully restored the population to approximately 37 individuals. However, this recovery presents a double-edged sword: while wolves have rebounded from near extinction, the island's moose population has experienced significant decline, reflecting the natural consequences of restored apex predator presence in the ecosystem.
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