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Casanova 2722 8.5 x 11 Original Fine Art Photography

Casanova 2722 8.5 x 11 Original Fine Art Photography

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This is the favorite of a series of photographs of Casanova, #302, taken in the Lamar Valley of Yellowstone National Park.

It all started as he traveled 25 miles by foot twice a week for a 1 ½ years into a strange territory to earn his name and reputation. His visits would include courting the females and playing with the pups he sired. Casanova wasn’t interested in leaving his home, Yellowstone National Park, like some of his peers have. This special gentleman hasn’t been interested in chasing others or killing for the sake of the thrill. He is a lover, not a fighter, and he has traveled many miles to meet his lady friends and become their mates.

One of his favorite places to visit is the Lamar Valley, the home of the Druid Pack. He has ventured there in the early spring to court the young ladies who have been immediately attracted to him. They have courted and most times made love. However, two of the greatest and most famous wolves in Yellowstone, alpha male #21 and female #42 of the Druid Pack had ruled the roost for a record number of years. They would notice Casanova, #302 at the perimeter. When it looked like the Don Juan was either spending too much time there, particularly when it was #42’s daughter or, perhaps even acting like he was part of the pack, he was asked to leave in no uncertain terms. He would then travel to another pack and play out his charm there.

Things changed when #42 was killed by a neighboring pack and #21 was found dead. The once famous Druids not only had lost their leader but also the largest pack in Yellowstone was dwindling in size, and the neighbors were moving into the Lamar Valley. The famous Druid Pack was almost gone when ‘ole #302 and his brother returned to the Lamar Valley, located the 2 remaining daughters of #21 and #42, and the romance was re-kindled. For the first time in years, there were pregnancies in the Druid pack, in the spring there were pups. Casanova had returned to not only be the sire and lover he was known as but also their leader. Soon the Druid’s started to return to the notoriety that they were known for and Don Juan was the leader.

As time advanced, #302 turned the leadership reins over to his brother #480, but the unofficial beta of the pack, Casanova maintained his role as the lover. It was not only his breeding but his fathering of the pups that ensured the survival of once threatened future of the Druid Pack

He was known throughout the park by frequent visitors, wolf biologists, and Emmy award-winning cinematographers. They all knew Casanova; they knew his role and his daily activities.

The story of Casanova has also be documented on the award winning NATURE series on television and is also available in the popular DVD, "In the valley of the wolves". We have several other views of this popular wolf if you are interested.
This photograph is also available in 5 x 7 for $15 and 12 x 16 for $45

Added on Nov 06, 2009