‘We’re howling with excitement!’

Each pup born is crucial for the species survival and offers hope for the broader Red Wolf population.

Samuels said the pups are healthy and will probably start to emerge from the den in late May.

Handler Holding Several Red Wolf Pups

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Red wolves once roamed the wild from New York to Texas, according to theU.S.

Fish & Wildlife Service.

All Wolf Pups Snuggling

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Adult Red Wolf In Hollowed Out Tree

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