PISCATAQUIS OBSERVER • May 19, 2024
Wolves were commonplace when settlers first came to Maine. When these wolves were killed off around the turn of the century a “predator void” was left. In time, our present day coyote migrated eastward and filled the niche. A wolf introduction initiative in Maine just wouldn’t work, even if it were desirable. John Glowa, spokesmen for the Maine Wolf Coalition, has, along with his group, lobbied intensely for a wolf reintroduction program for Maine. He says, “The main issue is that wolves were here before and deserve to be here again.” ~ V. Paul Reynolds