Another three large mammals have recently made a reappearance in the Dolomites: bears, lynxes and golden jackals. They have been spotted recently in a number of locations but they have not as yet formed settled colonies in the area.

The Dolomites are home to a recovering population of several large and medium-sized predators that are essential to the alpine ecosystem. The most prominent is the Eurasian Brown Bear, specifically the "Ursus arctos" population which was reintroduced in the nearby Adamello Brenta Park and has expanded into the Dolomites. European Grey Wolves have also made a significant comeback in the 2020s, with several stable packs now documented across the Trentino and South Tyrol regions. More elusive is the Eurasian Lynx, a solitary wild cat that is rarely seen by humans but remains a key predator of roe deer and chamois. Among winged predators, the Golden Eagle and the Bearded Vulture (Lammergeier) rule the skies, preying on small mammals or scavenging carcasses. While these predators are present, they are naturally shy and generally avoid human contact. Hikers are advised to stay on marked trails and follow "bear-aware" protocols, such as making noise and properly disposing of food waste, to ensure a peaceful co-existence with these majestic carnivores.