Public commenter cites wolf population figures and cross-state management examples
Aug 13, 2025
A commenter provided counts of collared wolves, alleged livestock kill totals, and cited management approaches used in Idaho, Wyoming and Montana as evidence for pursuing local action.
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During public comment, a representative of the Salt and Water Conservation District listed counts and management practices from other Western states as part of a case against recent federal wolf releases. The speaker referenced figures for collared wolves across New Mexico and Arizona and asserted numbers of confirmed livestock kills, and then contrasted management approaches in states that allow hunts or bounties.
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