First Wolf Pup Born in Colorado Since Reintroduction

State biologists had been gathering evidence suggesting a gray wolf (Canis lupus) pair had been denning, indicating reproduction. On June 18, they confirmed a wolf pup in Grand County.

Although only one was verified, Colorado Parks and Wildlife says other pups may be present. A typical litter consists of four to six pups.

Because the wolves have successfully reproduced, they are now considered a pack. CPW has named them the Copper Creek Pack.

“We are continuing to actively monitor this area while exercising extreme caution to avoid inadvertently disturbing the adult wolves, this pup, or other pups,” said CPW Wildlife Biologist Brenna Cassidy, in a press release.

CPW staff plan to continue to monitor the pack and work with area landowners to minimize conflict.

This article was first published by The Wildlife Society on 28 June 2024. Lead Image: Hilary Cooley/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.

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