Lone wolf in K-Country not afraid of people: Alberta Parks

Alberta Parks says a lone grey wolf, believed to have become food-habituated, has been seen approaching campground and roadways in Kananaskis Country. (Pexels)

A lone wolf is causing problems in Kananaskis Country, the provincial government says.

In a statement to CTV News, Alberta Parks said it has received reports of “increased encounters” with a lone grey wolf in Kananaskis Country.

The animal appears to have lost its fear of people and has been seen numerous times in campgrounds and along roadways.

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“While we cannot confirm what has caused this behaviour, the wolf may have accessed or received human food or rewards from the public, potentially leading to it becoming food-conditioned,” officials said.

“Food-conditioned animals are at higher risk for being involved in human-wildlife conflicts. For this reason, we ask that the public never feed or approach wildlife.”

The province said conservation officers and Alberta Parks staff are monitoring the situation and are taking steps to discourage the wolf from approaching people.

No closures have been associated with the behaviour of this animal.

All sightings of this wolf or other food-habituated wildlife should be reported to Kananaskis Emergency Services at 403-591-7755.