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Whether it was from pop culture or previous views of wolves, the narrative was the same. The common belief is that each wolf pack is ruled by a dominant wolf. However, wolf expert Oliver Starr says this is far from the truth. Though this idea is widely used, it is extremely outdated and not supported by what is seen in the wild.
Oliver explains that the whole “alpha” concept stems from a dated view of wolves that were crammed together in captivity. Within a natural wolf pack, there is not a battle for dominance but rather a family, much like the ones humans have. Leaders are typically the parents of the pack, also known as the breeding pair. The problem with using these negative ideologies is that it makes wolves into the bad guys. When we believe or use these terms, we are hurting animals who are held together by family bonds and communication, not by an iron fist.
We sat down with Oliver the Wolf guy to help dispel this myth and the harmfulness of this saying. “Wolves are not out there constantly fighting for power,” he emphasizes. It’s important to note that when we view wolves as snarling aggressors from folklore, we miss opportunities for empathy with fellow living beings. For more details on debunking this myth, we have included a portion of the interview below, along with a link to the full video.
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