Montana Aims To Kill 500 Wolves, Cutting State’s Wolf Population In Half

Under No One Could Have Predicted This… Montana Eyes Aggressive Wolf Management Plan to Restore Balance

Montana wildlife officials are considering a bold move to bring wolf numbers back down and give deer, elk, and ranchers some relief. The state’s Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP) is proposing to increase the wolf harvest quota to 500 animals for the 2025-2026 season—nearly half of the estimated statewide population of 1,091 wolves. Under the plan, hunters and trappers could take up to 15 wolves each. Supporters say the move is long overdue. “Northw…

Montana Aims To Kill 500 Wolves, Cutting State’s Wolf Population In Half

Montana has proposed killing 500 wolves, nearly half of the state's population of the predator. Some say the state is trying to eradicate wolves, while others argue it’s good predator management.

Take Action: Oppose Cruel Montana Wolf Hunting Regulations

Montana wildlife officials are proposing to allow the killing of up to 500 wolves in 2025/2026, with individual hunters able to kill up to 30 wolves each. These proposals glorify killing animals for fun, and are unethical and unscientific. Raise your voice in support of wolves and tell the Commission to oppose these regulations.

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