Wolves dominate Yellowstone’s predator rivalry by stealing cougar kills and occasionally killing the cats themselves. Credit: Shutterstock A new study sheds light on the tense relationship between wolves and cougars in Yellowstone National Park. Researchers found that many of their encounters begin when wolves take over prey that cougars have already killed. To reduce these risky run ins, cougars have adjusted by targeting smaller animals, which helps them avoid crossing paths with wolf packs.

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