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Isle Royale wolf population bottoms out at just three

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The wolf population on Isle Royale has declined from a high of 50 almost 40 years ago to its current low of three animals today.  WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with wolf researcher Dr. Rolf Peterson about the condition and future of wolves on the island.

 

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