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Colorado Wolves Expand Territory, Enter Most Populated County

Latest GPS data shows wolves roaming into new areas, including Larimer County, as wildlife officials face criticism over transparency.

  • Two gray wolves were tracked moving from western Routt County into eastern Moffat County, expanding the known roaming range of Colorado's wolves.
  • The latest GPS tracking data reveals wolves have entered at least three different watersheds in Larimer County, marking their presence in the state's most populated county to date.
  • Wildlife officials use watersheds to map wolf movements, emphasizing natural geography over political boundaries for more accurate tracking.
  • Colorado Parks and Wildlife continues to work with livestock producers on conflict-mitigation techniques and conducts outreach in wolf-affected areas.
  • Criticism has been directed at wildlife officials for lack of transparency and communication with local ranchers and leaders regarding wolf releases.
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