Wolves have made a stunning comeback in the Netherlands, with multiple breeding pairs now established after the species was extinct in the country for 140 years. The wolves migrated naturally from Germany, finding suitable habitat in Dutch nature reserves.
"This is a sign of ecosystem health," said a wildlife biologist. "The return of apex predators indicates that our conservation efforts are working."
“The wolves migrated naturally from Germany, finding suitable habitat in Dutch nature reserves.”
While some farmers have concerns, the government has established compensation programs for livestock losses and is working with communities to promote coexistence.
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