CoccoBill
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The Alpha Wolf myth started with a Swiss study in the 40s observing unrelated wolves fighting for dominance in a zoo. This behaviour has not been observed in the wild. In nature, the pack leaders are co-operative, nurturing and protective of their pack.
Is the Alpha Wolf Idea a Myth?
The idea that wolf packs are led by a merciless dictator, or alpha wolf, comes from old studies of captive wolves. In the wild, wolf packs are simply families
www.scientificamerican.com
November 15, 2024 at 4:35 PM
The Alpha Wolf myth started with a Swiss study in the 40s observing unrelated wolves fighting for dominance in a zoo. This behaviour has not been observed in the wild. In nature, the pack leaders are co-operative, nurturing and protective of their pack.