Arizona arrived at the Wildlife Waystation in 1995 as a small pup with black fur. Since then, his coat has changed colors several times. Now that he is a fully-grown adult wolf, his coat has taken on a more permanent shade of silver grays tinged with black. Only time will tell whether or not he decides to keep it that way.

Growing up alongside his sister, Teneya, Arizona remains her faithful companion. He is very strong, has a sweet and affectionate disposition and loves people.

Arizona is one of the Wildlife Waystation’s official animal ambassadors. As an ambassador, Arizona educates both children and adults about the vital role wolves play in maintaining a balanced ecosystem and the importance of co-existing with them in their natural habitat.

Arizona The Wolf

“Wolf” is the common name for the largest member of the genus Canis species, which includes coyotes, jackals, foxes, and domestic dogs. Wolves are social animals who live in groups called “packs” and mate for life. The pack is led by an alpha male and female. Their territory can span as much as 100 miles, depending on available food sources. Wolves have high endurance and will outlast prey in a chase.

Throughout the twentieth century, wolves have been hunted to the brink of extinction in the U.S. Attempts are now being made to reintroduce the timber wolf to its natural habitats, such as Yellowstone National Park.