Gray Wolves

Reaction Is Mixed To Federal Government Blanket Delisting Of Gray Wolf

Aaron Kunz — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:48:36 +0000

A plan by the federal government to end protection for gray wolves received mixed reactions from environmental groups to ranchers. EarthFix reporter Aaron Kunz obtained a copy of that draft report and explains what it means for the Northwest.

Federal Government May Seek Blanket Delisting Of Gray Wolf

Aaron Kunz — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:11:18 +0000

The federal government is preparing to stop protecting gray wolves in the lower 48 states, according to a draft document. The plan is drawing criticism from environmental groups. EarthFix reporter Aaron Kunz has more.

Killing Wolves Sparks Heated Debate In Washington Senate

Alexandra Kocik — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:33:51 +0000

OLYMPIA, Wash. – It would be easier to kill gray wolves that attack livestock or pets under a bill that passed the Washington Senate Friday. Currently, ranchers and property owners can’t kill protected animals, like wolves, without the permission of the Department of Fish and Wildlife. The bill sparked heated debate in the Senate.

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Oregon Commission Hears Gray Wolf Update

Courtney Flatt — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 01:36:34 +0000

Two new wolf packs formed in Oregon last year. That brings the state’s total to six packs. Friday the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission learned what this could mean for possibly removing endangered species protection for the wolves.

Alpha Male Wolf In Wedge Pack Killed, Ending State Hunt

Jessica Robinson — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:38:03 +0000

Washington wildlife managers say the hunt for a pack of grey wolves is over. A state marksman killed the alpha male of the pack Thursday in far northeast Washington. The department has killed a total of seven wolves from the Wedge Pack since August.