Apache, a 7-year-old old male Mexican wolf recently arrived at Brookfield Zoo to be paired with 2-year-old Ela. The two will be the new breeding pair at the zoo and it is hoped they'll successfully breed this winter season and produce a litter of puppies in the spring. They can be seen at the zoo’s Regenstein Wolf Woods habitat. More at CZS.org/AlphaWolves | Brookfield Zoo Chicago

Wolves are playful. Wolves are social. Wolves can be complete goofballs 😂 When seeking to play, wolves will dance and bow playfully. Playtime can also include a game of chase, jaw sparring, and varied vocalizations. For wolves, playtime isn’t only fun, it strengthens family bonds and reaffirms social status within the pack. | Wolf Conservation Center

Designed by the pressures of nature, wolves are well adapted to survive, and thrive, in a variety of landscapes. What qualities allow them to be top predators? ✔️Heightened hearing ✔️Outstanding optics ✔️Superb sense of smell And so much more! Learn more about wolf superpowers ➡️ http://bit.ly/2CBdSua | Wolf Conservation Center