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Washington Rejects Colorado's Gray Wolf Relocation Request

11/19/2025

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Washington state wildlife officials rejected Colorado Parks and Wildlife's request to relocate 10–15 gray wolves, citing concerns about Washington's endangered gray wolf population.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has faced challenges since its December 2023 reintroduction program began, with 10 of 25 relocated wolves dying.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has restricted Colorado's sourcing options, complicating the reintroduction.
CPW plans to explore sources in Wisconsin, Michigan, or Minnesota for relocations.

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Washington state wildlife officials rejected Colorado Parks and Wildlife's request to relocate 10–15 gray wolves, citing concerns about Washington's endangered gray wolf population.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has faced challenges since its December 2023 reintroduction program began, with 10 of 25 relocated wolves dying.
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has restricted Colorado's sourcing options, complicating the reintroduction.
CPW plans to explore sources in Wisconsin, Michigan, or Minnesota for relocations.