USGS Multimedia Gallery: Warmth From the Sun

Title: Warmth From the Sun

Description:

Note the bright red patch on the wolf's hindquarters in this thermal image of a captive wolf at the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center in West Yellowstone. This is where fur was shaved to replicate the loss of fur associated with sarcoptic mange. The fur will eventually grow back. USGS scientists are examining thermal imagery of wolves as one step in assessing impacts of sarcoptic mange on the survival, reproduction and social behavior of this species in Yellowstone National Park. All research animals are handled by following the specific requirements of USGS Animal Care and Use policies.

Location: MT, USA

Date Taken: 2010

Photographer: U.S. Geological Survey , U.S. Geological Survey

Usage: This image is public domain/of free use unless otherwise stated. Please refer to the USGS Copyright section for how to credit the photo.

Source:

Northern Rocky Mountain Science Center (NOROCK): Wolf Science

File Details:
Type: JPEG image - 285.53 KB
Dimensions: 773 x 497
Resolution: 72 dpi

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