One of B.C.B次元官网网址檚 most notorious animals, known as Takaya or the Discovery Island Wolf, still inhabits the Discovery/Chatham Islands B次元官网网址� just off the shores of Oak Bay.

The lone wolf has lived along the rocky shoreline of the islands for the last six years or so.

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B次元官网网址淚 still think Takaya is an excellent sentinel image to think about the ecological system in the Salish Sea, and how itB次元官网网址檚 pretty amazing that it can support a large carnivore like him,B次元官网网址� she added.

Alexander said the best way to protect Takaya is to educate visitors on how to avoid situations that could endanger him.

According to BC Parks, information about public safety, wildlife guidelines and regulations, is posted in the park and at neighbouring marinas.

The park remains open to the public; however, domestic animals are prohibited.

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