CPW: wolf reintroduction continues amid funding, compensation and sourcing challenges

Jan 8, 2026

Colorado Parks and Wildlife told the Joint Budget Committee the wolf reintroduction has produced more wolves and four confirmed dens in 2025 but sourcing additional animals is politically and logistically challenging; CPW outlined a multi‑source funding mix for wolf work and said it is complying with a US Fish & Wildlife information request under the 10(j) rule.

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Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) staff briefed the Joint Budget Committee on gray wolf restoration, depredation compensation, range rider deployment and program funding.

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