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California Collars Five Gray Wolves Amid Controversy

2/8/2026

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  • The California Department of Fish and Wildlife conducted helicopter operations to collar five gray wolves in Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Tehama counties to reduce wolf-livestock conflicts.
  • The operation captured wolves from the Whaleback and Harvey packs.
  • Each wolf received a satellite collar to monitor health and movement.
  • One wolf died after capture, prompting an investigation.
  • The tracking map shows ongoing activity and confirms Whaleback and Harvey as packs.