It is unknown whether the trio will remain together or exhibit dispersal from one another, behavior typical of their age. The recovery team has dubbed the group the Wildcat wolves. The addition of these wolves brings the number of free-ranging wolves to an estimated 30. Breeding season for wild and captive populations is coming to a close. Females will begin localizing their movements in search of suitable denning sites.
Gestation takes about eight weeks with four to six pups born per litter.