Get ready to witness the wild side of the Edmonton Valley Zoo – the spectacular new Arctic Wolf habitat is now open!
The R. Mollot Arctic Wolf Habitat is the new home for the zoo’s three Arctic wolves – Tundra, Aspen and Anuri. The new 5,000 m² exhibit offers a spacious, naturalistic environment for the wolves and reflects the zoo’s ongoing commitment to wildlife conservation and enhancing the visitor experience.
“We’re excited to introduce this wonderful new home for our howling residents and are confident it will be a hit with visitors, as it highlights not only the beauty of our Arctic wolves but also our commitment to educating the public about various species and the challenges they face in the wild,” said Gary Dewar, Director, Edmonton Valley Zoo. “The Arctic Wolf habitat is designed to promote natural behaviours, and we hope it will inspire future generations to take action in protecting these remarkable animals and their environment.”
The habitat includes a main habitat that mirrors the natural Arctic tundra, a holding area, an off-exhibit yard, water features and in-Earth den and digging areas.
The project was made possible through the Valley Zoo Development Society’s fundraising efforts, with major contributions from the Malliner Charitable Foundation, the Government of Alberta and numerous private donors. The society not only funded the exhibit but also was responsible for construction.
“We are thrilled to be able to provide Tundra, Aspen and Anuri with a beautiful, enriching and stimulating new environment,” said Tammy Wiebe, Executive Director, Valley Zoo Development Society. “Thanks to the Malliner Charitable Foundation and our other generous donors, we are able to provide a new habitat for the wolves that aligns with their natural instincts and encourages natural behaviours. We also aim to promote awareness about the need for conservation of Arctic habitats.”
