BEND, Ore. -- Bend's Think Wild wildlife hospital and rehabilitation center shared on Tuesday weekend photos of a collared gray wolf on the move in Central Oregon, urging people to stay clear and let it continue on its was.

"According to ODFW (the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife), this is a young male who is healthy and mobile," the facility said in a Facebook post Tuesday, sharing three photos of the animals.

Here's what they shared:

"Young wolves naturally disperse from their family groups to seek new territory and potential mates, sometimes traveling hundreds of miles in the process. Seeing a wolf in a new area does not necessarily mean they are lost, sick, or in need of help.

"Some people have expressed concern that the wolf appears thin or hungry. Wolves are naturally lean, particularly during the summer, and his current body condition is not cause for concern. He has, however, been observed eating roadkill along the highway, which puts him at risk of being struck by a vehicle.

"If you see this wolf, please help keep him wild and safe:

- Never feed a wolf or leave food out for them. Feeding wildlife can lead to habituation, reduce their natural fear of people, and increase the likelihood of future conflicts.

- Do not approach, follow, or attempt to get closer for photos. Give the wolf plenty of space and keep dogs and other pets away.

- If you see the wolf near the roadway, honk your horn and make noise from the safety of your vehicle. This gentle hazing can encourage him to move away from the road while reinforcing a natural and healthy fear of people and vehicles.

- If you hit an animal or spot roadkill and can safely remove it from the roadway, please use gloves or a shovel to do so!

"Maintaining a healthy distance between wolves and people is important for both. Wolves that remain wary of people are less likely to approach homes, roads, livestock, pets, or populated areas, reducing the risk of conflict and helping wolves safely coexist on the landscape.

"If you spot this fellow, please enjoy the sighting from a distance, give this wolf room to continue on his way, and please do not feed or approach him," Think Wild concluded.

Read more of what ODFW has to share about wolves on this page.