2. The Gray Wolf (Canis Lupus) Also Known As: Timber Wolf MN Status: Special Concern? Federal Status: Threatened
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4. Special Concern in Minnesota A species is considered a species of special concern if, although the species is not endangered or threatened, it is extremely uncommon in Minnesota, or has unique or highly specific habitat requirements and deserves careful monitoring of its status. Wolves where first protected by the Endangered Species Act of 1973. They are no longer endangered.
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6. Isle Royale By the time wolves were protected by the Endangered Species Act of 1973, only a few hundred remained in extreme northeastern Minnesota and a small number on Isle Royale, Michigan.
