Entries by Carissa Winter

Biologists, advocates push for more wildlife crossing funds

From Costal Review: EAST LAKE — Before guardrails were installed about 20 years ago along U.S. Highways 64 and 264 in rural northeastern North Carolina, residents avoided driving at night in fear of striking a large animal and then sliding unseen into the abyss of a roadside canal. Click here for the full story.   […]

Thirty-one Swiss wolf packs with 122 pups spotted

From Swiss Info: This is according to the Kora Foundation for Predator Ecology and Wildlife Management in its annual report published on Tuesday. Of the 38 packs in the country, two have disbanded during this period. At the same time, a first pack formed in the Swiss National Park in the Engadine.   Click here […]

Only 1 Colorado rancher has been paid following a wolf depredation this year. Why?

From Sky-Hi News: While there have been nine confirmed wolf attacks on livestock since the state began reintroducing the animals on the Western Slope in December, only one of those cases has resulted in a payout under the state’s compensation fund. That’s because, so far, there have been only two claims filed by impacted ranchers, according to state […]

Colorado Green-Lights Lethal Management of Gray Wolves, Under Certain Conditions

From Outdoor Life: Ranchers across Western Colorado breathed a collective sigh of relief on Thursday, when the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission approved new regulations allowing for the lethal management of wolves that depredate livestock. The commission’s decision was settled by a 6-4 vote following a public meeting in Grand County, and it marks a major shift […]

PRODUCER REPORTS SUSPECTED WOLF KILL IN SOUTH ROUTT COUNTY

From Steamboat Radio: A South Routt producer, who has asked to remain anonymous, says a wolf has killed one of their calves. They called Colorado Parks and Wildlife officers on Sunday to confirm. We have emailed and texted CPW, and are waiting for confirmation on the CPW Confirmed Gray Wolf Depredation page on their website.  The producer […]

Michigan’s wolf population at its highest in 12 years, survey finds

From AOL: (FOX 2) – Michigan’s gray wolf population rose by 131 animals over the past two years and the state’s species is estimated to be at its highest in 12 years. The Department of Natural Resources released its wolf survey numbers this week, showcasing that a minimum of 762 inhabit the Upper Peninsula as of 2024. […]

Watch: Yellowstone elk turns tables on wolf after stirring chase

From Yahoo News: A Wyoming-based guide has captured dramatic footage showing an elk running for its life while being chased by a wolf in Yellowstone National Park. Bo Welden’s footage (posted below) begins with text informing viewers to prepare for an “expected outcome.” While that’s a vague hint of what’s to come, viewers can see from the […]

Are Colorado’s reintroduced wolves having pups? Signs point to yes

From Fox31: DENVER (KDVR) — Colorado Parks and Wildlife is tracking what biologists believe is a wolf den in Colorado, although they have not seen the pups yet or the actual den itself. However, officials also believe this is the only den active this year, according to statements made during a Thursday Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission […]