In 1998, state and federal wildlife managers began reintroducing the subspecies with the experimental release of 11 captive-bred wolves. There are now at least 163 wolves roaming the two states, according to the latest survey. The recovery program is a cooperative effort by nine federal, state and tribal agencies. The Wildlife Services branch of the U.S. Department of Agriculture investigates livestock deaths and removes wolves when necessary. Wildlife Services spokeswoman Tanya Espinosa said the agency tries to conduct its investigations within 24 hours of being notified of a livestock kill.

Source: Daily Sun May 31, 2020 15:56 UTC