Hey, everyone! Today, we’re diving into some fascinating details about a video we shared earlier this week. In that video, we showed the process of skinning a wolf, and many of you had some great questions about how it all works. Let’s explore those questions and learn more about this unique process.
Even though the video is only fifteen minutes long, the actual process took much longer. It took us about 7 hours to skin the entire wolf from start to finish. Some experienced hunters and trappers might do it faster, but since it was my first time, I wanted to be careful and do it right. I was especially cautious about not puncturing any parts that could release unpleasant smells, and we also took a break for lunch.
After skinning, we had some leftover muscle tissue. We disposed of it safely and legally, as long as the animal is native to the state where the process is done. Throwing away these parts is similar to how we discard synthetic plastics every day, so it’s not harmful to the environment.
The next step is to send the wolf hide to be professionally tanned. Tanning is a process that turns the hide into leather, making it durable and usable. We don’t have the equipment to do this ourselves, so we’re sending it to experts. I’m not sure if we’ll be able to film this part, but I’ll keep you updated. As for the rest of the wolf’s body, you’ll get to see that process in full in future videos.
Some of you asked if we could remove the age restriction on the video. Unfortunately, I’ve already appealed to YouTube, explaining that the video is educational and doesn’t break any community guidelines. It’s similar to what you might see in a high school biology class. However, the restriction remains in place for now.
We believe that what we do is both unusual and interesting. Not everyone gets to see the behind-the-scenes work at a natural history museum or zoological collection. Sharing this information is important to us, and we want it to be accessible to everyone, regardless of age.
Thank you so much for your questions, for listening, and for watching. We hope you enjoyed learning about this process, and we’ll see you next time with more exciting content!
Research the history and purpose of skinning animals in different cultures. Create a presentation to share your findings with the class. Focus on how these practices have evolved over time and their impact on society and the environment.
Participate in a class debate about the ethical considerations of skinning animals. Divide into groups to argue for or against the practice, considering aspects like cultural significance, environmental impact, and animal rights.
Take a virtual tour of a professional tanning facility. Write a short report on the steps involved in turning animal hides into leather, and discuss the science behind the tanning process.
Write a creative story from the perspective of someone involved in the skinning and tanning process. Describe their daily activities, challenges, and the skills required for their work.
Analyze the environmental impact of disposing of animal parts versus synthetic materials. Create a poster that compares the two, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of each method.
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Hey, everyone! At this point, you’ve probably seen the footage we uploaded on Tuesday of us skinning the wolf. Many of you had some interesting questions about the processes involved, how much time it took, and other queries. I’m hoping to answer some of those questions today.
The video’s only fifteen minutes long, but I know it took longer than that to skin the wolf. So, how long did it really take? It took us about 7 hours from start to finish to skin the entire wolf. I know some of you who are hunters and trappers have done this quickly, and it is possible to do it fast. However, it was my first time skinning a wolf, so I wanted to make sure I was doing a good job. I was nervous about accidentally puncturing the bowels and releasing any unpleasant gases, and we also took a break for lunch.
What did you do with all the animal bits? We ended up throwing a lot of the additional muscle tissue into the trash. This is safe and legal, as long as the animal being processed is native to the state where it’s being done. When you think about it, throwing away this material is no worse than discarding synthetic plastics that are thrown away daily.
What happens next? Are we going to see the rest of the process? The first thing we’re going to do is send the hide off to be professionally tanned. Although we would like to do it here, we don’t have the resources to do it in-house. So, we’re sending it to the tanners. I don’t know at this time if we’ll be able to film that process, but I will keep you posted. As for the rest of the body, you will get to see that process in full.
Can you remove the age restriction? Unfortunately, there’s nothing more I can do to remove the age restriction on the video. I’ve already appealed to YouTube, stating that the video is educational and does not violate community guidelines. It’s not promoting hate speech or gratuitous violence; it’s similar to what you might see in a high school biology class.
I want you all to know that this will not dictate the type of content we put out in the future. What we do here is unusual and interesting, and not many people get the opportunity to see the processes behind the scenes at a natural history museum or zoological collection. It’s important to me to share what we do here, and I feel the information should be available to everyone, regardless of age.
Thank you so much for your questions, for listening, and for watching. I’ll see you next time!
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Wolf – A wild carnivorous mammal that is the largest member of the dog family, living and hunting in packs. – Wolves play a crucial role in maintaining the balance of ecosystems by controlling the population of herbivores.
Skinning – The process of removing the skin from an animal’s body, often for study or preservation purposes. – In biology class, we learned about skinning techniques used by scientists to study animal anatomy.
Process – A series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular end. – Photosynthesis is a vital process that allows plants to convert sunlight into energy.
Muscle – A tissue composed of fibers capable of contracting to effect bodily movement. – The heart is made up of cardiac muscle, which works tirelessly to pump blood throughout the body.
Tissue – A group of similar cells that perform a specific function in an organism. – Plant tissues such as xylem and phloem are essential for transporting water and nutrients.
Environment – The surroundings or conditions in which an organism lives and operates. – Protecting the environment is crucial for the survival of many species, including humans.
Tanning – The process of treating animal skins to produce leather, making them durable and less prone to decomposition. – Tanning is an ancient practice that transforms raw hides into usable leather for various products.
Leather – A durable and flexible material created by tanning animal rawhide and skins. – Leather is often used in making shoes, bags, and other durable goods.
Biology – The scientific study of life and living organisms. – In biology class, we explored the diversity of life forms and their interactions within ecosystems.
Museum – An institution dedicated to preserving and exhibiting objects of historical, scientific, or cultural interest. – The natural history museum had an impressive exhibit on the evolution of mammals.
