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CAYUGA
Cayuga a black phase Timber wolf born in spring of 2011 resides in the enclosure adjacent to the rear of our gift shop. Not a super fan of visitors, his habitat offers him more privacy from the public, yet folks can see him easily through the gift shop windows. The upper part of his space allows Cayuga to feel a part of the overall pack with Tamarack & Tehyah on one side and coyote Kenai on the other. Perhaps his favorite activity is to watch the Caretaker cabin in the hopes of securing a special treat as staff walk by. Cayuga loves to howl and is usually one of the first and last howling during a pack howl! Cayuga's eyes are stunning and visitors often comment on how intense they look.
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TAMARACK
Tamarack, an Alaskan Tundra wolf, was born in the spring of 2015. He and his sister, Dyani, arrived at the center at three weeks of age. He has an exuberant personality and loves attention from wolves and caretakers alike. He can often be seen prancing around with a stick or snake in his jaws. He loves to paw gently at caretakers for attention and often throws himself on the ground hoping for a belly rub! He is a black phase wolf, however when sunlight hits his coat just right, he appears to be more of a brownish color.
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DYANI
Dyani, meaning "deer hunter", is a black phase Alaskan Tundra wolf born in 2015, is sister to Tamarack. She resides with the Wolf Woods pack in the 9+ acre enclosure. Often not immediately visible to visitors, Dyani is usually found lurking in the shadows (and safety) of the trees or brush. She is a very tentative, cautious wolf who prefers to observe from a distance when people are nearby. To familiar caretakers, she is a sweet, loving animal. She loves playing with Sequoyah and is the clear leader of the group. In 2017, Dyani & Sequoyah mated and produced two offspring, a black phase male and a gray female, who both now reside at Wolf Park in Indiana. Again in 2019, she produced another healthy litter of five black phase pups (three of which remain at wolf Mountain; the other two live at Lakota Wolf Preserve in New Jersey).
Dyani, meaning "deer hunter", is a black phase Alaskan Tundra wolf born in 2015, is sister to Tamarack. She resides with the Wolf Woods pack in the 9+ acre enclosure. Often not immediately visible to visitors, Dyani is usually found lurking in the shadows (and safety) of the trees or brush. She is a very tentative, cautious wolf who prefers to observe from a distance when people are nearby. To familiar caretakers, she is a sweet, loving animal. She loves playing with Sequoyah and is the clear leader of the group. In 2017, Dyani & Sequoyah mated and produced two offspring, a black phase male and a gray female, who both now reside at Wolf Park in Indiana. Again in 2019, she produced another healthy litter of five black phase pups (three of which remain at wolf Mountain; the other two live at Lakota Wolf Preserve in New Jersey).
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OKWAHO
Okwaho, a Mohawk Indian name meaning wolf, was born in 2015 and is an Alaskan Tundra wolf. He and his brother, Sequoyah, joined us at only five days old. Okwaho, with his very tall guard hairs which stand on end, is our entertaining wolf who often followed his brother around the enclosure. Originally living in the main pack, he was a strong initiator of play and routinely trotted around with sticks, deer legs, or other findings in his mouth in an attempt to engage the others in play. Once Dyani approached her first breeding season, she decided omega Okwaho was no longer welcome in the pack and staff felt is in the best interest of Okwaho's safety to remove him to a safer location. Now living in his own habitat with a younger female wolf, Sakari, Okwaho is once again happy, content, and playful! He has grown into a confident beautiful wolf who keeps vigilant watch over Sakari and his domain!
Okwaho, a Mohawk Indian name meaning wolf, was born in 2015 and is an Alaskan Tundra wolf. He and his brother, Sequoyah, joined us at only five days old. Okwaho, with his very tall guard hairs which stand on end, is our entertaining wolf who often followed his brother around the enclosure. Originally living in the main pack, he was a strong initiator of play and routinely trotted around with sticks, deer legs, or other findings in his mouth in an attempt to engage the others in play. Once Dyani approached her first breeding season, she decided omega Okwaho was no longer welcome in the pack and staff felt is in the best interest of Okwaho's safety to remove him to a safer location. Now living in his own habitat with a younger female wolf, Sakari, Okwaho is once again happy, content, and playful! He has grown into a confident beautiful wolf who keeps vigilant watch over Sakari and his domain!
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CYPRESS
Cypress was born at Wolf Park in Indiana in 2017. He and his sister were swapped with pups born here at Wolf Mountain in order to introduce new blood lines into potential breeding packs. A timber wolf, Cypress is full of mischief, giving targeted caretakers a definite test whenever he can to make sure staff know the protocols when it comes to working with wolves. Once he determines a caretaker is "cool", Cypress often lays down and rolls over for his expected belly scratch. He loves to play with his sister and chases her relentlessly in a never-ending game of tag. He usually catches her and pins her down until she nibbles at him to release her; the game then starts again.
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TAURIEL
Tauriel is the sister and litter mate of Cypress and born at Wolf Park in Indiana in 2017. Raised by caretakers at Wolf Park, Tauriel joined the Wolf Mountain family with her brother at about five weeks of age. Now sharing a spacious area with Cypress, she has plenty of meadows and forested areas to run and play and express her boundless energy! Tauriel is like a wolf pogo stick--she jumps straight up into the air easily reaching heights of six or more feet! She is an absolute sweetheart with staff and loves to receive their affections.
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KITAN
Kitan is the only male pup born in Dyani's (& Sequoyah"s) litter in May of 2019! Having four sisters, he needed a name fitting of him; Kitan means "strong & confident"! Living with his parents, he has grown into a very strong & confident wolf! He is currently our absolute largest wolf at the Center and uses that size to try to dominant others (both packmates & staff!) He is always first for a meal, especially if it is fresh venison, first to greet Caretakers, and first to investigate a new object brought into his habitat. Though he can be a bit pushy, Kitan still seems to possess a sweet soul and loves attention from Caretakers.
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SAKARI
Sakari was the first of the litter of five siblings to open her eyes and respond to the sound of a Caretakers voice. Her name, meaning "sweet one," describes Sakari perfectly! She absolutely loves her humans and often will howl relentlessly until they enter her habitat and give the attention she craves! Living with her uncle Okwaho, the two are almost always found within in a few feet of each other whether it be under the shrub bushes or on top of their platform. A very playful wolf, Sakari has rejuvenated Okwaho, loves to run, and howls endlessly for staff attention!
Sakari was the first of the litter of five siblings to open her eyes and respond to the sound of a Caretakers voice. Her name, meaning "sweet one," describes Sakari perfectly! She absolutely loves her humans and often will howl relentlessly until they enter her habitat and give the attention she craves! Living with her uncle Okwaho, the two are almost always found within in a few feet of each other whether it be under the shrub bushes or on top of their platform. A very playful wolf, Sakari has rejuvenated Okwaho, loves to run, and howls endlessly for staff attention!
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TEHYAH
Tehyah, meaning "spiritual one," is another sweet female wolf who absolutely loves everything! Tehyah is typically the first wolf to greet caretakers and then uses her body to make sure the attention stays focused on her. In October of 2022, Tehyah moved in with her Uncle Tamarack as she had been shunned from her pack. After a lengthy term of learning Tamarack's rules and how the two would coexist, Tehyah has settled in nicely in her new habitat. Although very tolerant of pretty much anything, she does not allow Tamarack to take her food at mealtime and makes it clear on no uncertain terms!
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NEYTIRI
Neytiri is a female arctic wolf whose name means "goddess of nature." A demure wolf, she is often spotted hiding behind a tree or in the shrubs, waiting until she feels it is safe to venture out to investigate anything new. Neytiri definitely has her trusted humans and once a bond has been established between the two, Neytiri will stay close and seek out belly rubs. Her favorite brother is Unole and the two are often found within close proximity to each other.
Neytiri is a female arctic wolf whose name means "goddess of nature." A demure wolf, she is often spotted hiding behind a tree or in the shrubs, waiting until she feels it is safe to venture out to investigate anything new. Neytiri definitely has her trusted humans and once a bond has been established between the two, Neytiri will stay close and seek out belly rubs. Her favorite brother is Unole and the two are often found within close proximity to each other.
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NOATAK
Noatak, an indigenous name which means "of the waters," is a male arctic wolf. He is a sturdy wolf who readily comes over to staff for attention and perhaps to discover a hidden treat. Along with his siblings Neytiri, Tenar, and Unole, Noatak was born in the spring of 2023. And, like his sister Neytiri, he absolutely loves his belly rubs and will snuggle with familiar Caretakers for lengthy periods of time. Noatak loves to investigate everything and tries to "help" staff with fence work and cleanup activities.
Noatak, an indigenous name which means "of the waters," is a male arctic wolf. He is a sturdy wolf who readily comes over to staff for attention and perhaps to discover a hidden treat. Along with his siblings Neytiri, Tenar, and Unole, Noatak was born in the spring of 2023. And, like his sister Neytiri, he absolutely loves his belly rubs and will snuggle with familiar Caretakers for lengthy periods of time. Noatak loves to investigate everything and tries to "help" staff with fence work and cleanup activities.
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TENAR
Tenar, translated to "of the woods," is a male arctic wolf born in 2023. He, along with his siblings, came to Wolf Mountain from a facility in Maryland. He has been affectionately dubbed "tenacious Tenar" by staff as Tenar can frequently be very persistent and determined. When he wants something or to do something, he will do it, simple as that. He is a sweet animal but definitely causes staff to pay close attention to his behaviors. While he and his packmates are still young, it appears he may become the dominant leader of the group. He loves to hang out with his brother Noatak.
Tenar, translated to "of the woods," is a male arctic wolf born in 2023. He, along with his siblings, came to Wolf Mountain from a facility in Maryland. He has been affectionately dubbed "tenacious Tenar" by staff as Tenar can frequently be very persistent and determined. When he wants something or to do something, he will do it, simple as that. He is a sweet animal but definitely causes staff to pay close attention to his behaviors. While he and his packmates are still young, it appears he may become the dominant leader of the group. He loves to hang out with his brother Noatak.
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UNOLE
Unole is a male arctic wolf who name means "of the wind," a name which suits him perfectly! For various reasons, he did not join his siblings at Wolf Mountain for a full two months later than they did, but once he arrived, Unole seemed so overjoyed to be reunited with his kinsfolk that he ran and ran and played non-stop. His previous home did not afford him the amount of space, trees, grass, and socialization as here at the Center and Unole just couldn't seem to contain his excitement. He is clearly the most exuberant wolf in the pack and initiates play with the others and staff, often bumping staff with his snout until he gets attention.
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Those who have crossed the rainbow bridge...
Hunter 3/14/2003 - 3/15/2017
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Natani 4/21/2006 - 12/18/2018
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Nakoa 5/5/2006 - 2/13/2020
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Tala 5/18/08 - 10/27/21
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Nipahwi 5/16/15 - 4/28/22
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Seneca 4/7/11 - 3/20/23
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Dancing Turtle 5/18/08 - 8/31/23
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Tashina 5/18/08 - 3/29/24
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Sequoyah 5/16/15 - 8/9/24
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