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National Geographic: Rare Footage of Wolves Attacking Musk Oxen

Published January 5, 2026, 09:17
National Geographic: Rare Footage of Wolves Attacking Musk Oxen

National Geographic has published a rare video on Instagram showing a wolf attack on a herd of musk oxen in the Arctic. The video, taken from the Hostile Planet documentary, captures such a hunting scene during winter for the first time. The wolves located the herd and attempted to break it apart, while the musk oxen formed a defensive front to protect their young. Despite the musk oxen's strong defense, the wolves managed to isolate and capture a young calf. The video highlights the persistence and organization of the wolves, as well as the vulnerability of herds, even when well-organized. National Geographic emphasizes that the strength of musk oxen lies in unity, but even the most cohesive group can be broken apart by a determined attack. The publication of the video aims to raise public awareness about the challenges faced by animals in the Arctic and the importance of preserving the ecosystem.