The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone: See What Its Extreme Wildlife Looks Like

Published on 10/07/2021
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Hungry Like Wolves

The wolf population in Chernobyl is flourishing. In fact, the population is seven times larger than it is outside of the Exclusion Zone, owing to the lack of human influence and the lack of competition. But it’s not all good news for our wolf pals…

Hungry Like Wolves

Hungry Like Wolves

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Thriving Too Well

In fact, the wolf population is thriving so well that scientists are afraid that they may be transmitting mutations and genetic harm to their children by mating with wolf groups outside of the Exclusion Zone. This definitely poses a problem as it may spread the radiation to more places.

Thriving Too Well

Thriving Too Well

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