2 new red wolves arrive in their new home in Durham at the home of the Museum of Life and Science – ABC11 Raleigh-Durham

DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) — Two new red wolves now call the Durham Museum of Life and Science home.

Oka and Marta arrived on October 21 from the Wolf Conservation Center in South Salem, New York. In return, the Museum of Life and Science sent Adeyha, Oak, and their five cubs (Cedar, Maple, Juniper, Tupelo, and Sassafras) to the Wolf Conservation Center.

The Wolf Conservation Center has a larger habitat facility, so sending Adeyha, Oak and their five cubs there will allow them to stay together as a family.

“We are thrilled to welcome Oka and Martha to the museum and continue to educate the public about the importance of Red Wolf conservation,” said Sherry Samuels, Senior Director of Animal Care at the Museum of Life and Science. “This exchange is a critical step in conserving Red Wolves and promoting their long-term survival.”

Oka and Marta are a mated pair who, like Adeyha and Oak, are part of the Save Animals from Extinction (SAFE) program, which works to ensure the survival of critically endangered species such as red wolves.