The Behavioral Ecology of Wolves: Implications for Conservation and

CoexistenceWolves, as apex predators with complex social structures, play crucial

roles in ecosystem dynamics and trophic cascades. This thesis investigates the
behavioral ecology of wolves, including pack dynamics, hunting strategies, and
territorial behavior. Drawing on research from ecology and wildlife biology, it
examines the ecological impacts of wolf predation on prey populations and
vegetation dynamics. Moreover, it explores human-wolf interactions, conflicts over
livestock depredation, and the challenges of promoting coexistence between wolves
and human communities. By integrating ecological principles with socio-economic
factors, this research offers insights into effective wolf conservation strategies
and the importance of balancing conservation goals with the needs of local
stakeholders in wolf habitat areas.