Wolf attacks on humans are rare, but they have been recorded throughout history. In the case of the deadliest wolf to ever live, 11 children and 1 adult were killed over three months, and 19 others were hurt. Today, we’re going to explore the man-eating Wolf of Gysinge, the world’s deadliest wolf ever to live.
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