- Conservation efforts: Many countries and organizations have implemented conservation and management plans to protect gray wolf populations. These plans include habitat conservation, population monitoring, and anti-poaching measures.
- Reintroduction programs: In areas where gray wolves have been extirpated, reintroduction programs have been carried out to restore wolf populations. These programs involve capturing wolves from healthy populations and releasing them into suitable habitats.
- Disease management: Humans also help gray wolves by controlling diseases that can affect wolf populations. This includes vaccination programs and monitoring for diseases such as rabies and canine distemper.
- Education and awareness: Educating the public about the ecological importance of gray wolves and promoting coexistence between humans and wolves can help reduce conflicts and foster a positive perception of wolves.
- Legal protection: In many jurisdictions, gray wolves are protected by law, which helps to prevent indiscriminate hunting and persecution.