California wolf numbers rose in 2025, wildlife officials say, but breeding pairs fell

California’s year-end wolf population rose last year but was down from an estimated 60 to 70 animals believed to inhabit the state.
Iowa Public Radio

Endangered red wolf population on the rebound with captive breeding program

There's some cautious optimism these days among wildlife experts working to save the critically endangered red wolf. Progress to rebuild the wolf population has been slow, but after several years of ...
WRAL

Endangered Red Wolves Caroline and Mist relocated for breeding efforts to boost species survival

Carolina Tiger Rescue has said goodbye to two of its Red Wolves, Caroline and Mist, as they embark on a new chapter in their lives. Carolina Tiger Rescue has said goodbye to two of its Red Wolves, ...
Center for Biological Diversity

California’s 2025 Wolf Population Rises 10%, Successful Breeding Pairs Decline

SAN FRANCISCO— California’s wolf population grew by 10% in 2025, with a total of nine packs by the end of December, according to a report released today by the state Department of Fish and Wildlife.
The Aspen Times

Wolf connected to livestock killings could be breeding, wildlife officials say

Wildlife officials said they will not remove a gray wolf potentially connected to recent livestock killings, despite requests from stockgrowers. Two of the gray wolves reintroduced to Colorado’s Grand ...