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Rescued wolf travels 100 kilometers in 72 hours after escaping illegal trap
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Rescued wolf travels 100 kilometers in 72 hours after escaping illegal trap

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News Official statement Outcome reported
  • A wolf rescued from an illegal trap in eastern Attica, Greece, traveled over 100 kilometers in 72 hours.
  • Satellite collar data tracked the wolf's impressive journey, highlighting its ability to cover long distances and find new habitats.
  • The rescue operation involved multiple organizations and underscores the threat posed by illegal traps to wildlife.

A wolf rescued from an illegal trap in eastern Attica, Greece, embarked on a remarkable journey of survival, covering more than 100 kilometers in just 72 hours. The wolf reached the area of Lake Yliki, according to a statement from the Organization for the Environment and Climate Change (OFIYPEKA).

The animal's impressive trek was recorded by a satellite collar fitted immediately after its rescue. The data revealed the species' significant capacity for long-distance movement and its drive to seek out new living areas.

The successful rescue operation was a collaborative effort involving the organizations "Callisto" and ANIMA, OFIYPEKA's Attica Protected Areas Management Unit, and the Forestry Service. This coordinated intervention prevented a worse outcome and allowed the wolf to return to its natural environment.

This incident highlights the serious danger posed by illegal traps, which directly threaten wildlife and pose a constant menace to protected species. OFIYPEKA emphasizes that nature protection is a collective responsibility requiring vigilance, awareness, and cooperation between citizens and authorities.

Nature protection is a matter for all of us and requires vigilance, information, and cooperation between citizens and authorities.

— OFIYPEKAStatement from the Organization for the Environment and Climate Change regarding the wolf rescue and the dangers of illegal traps.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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