Overview

• Since early August, authorities confirmed nine wolf attacks across Saxony, including cases in the Meißen district where one calf was killed.
• In six of eight affected sheep herds, minimum protection was in place, and surveillance from Großräschen captured a wolf clearing an electrified fence.
• Experts expect more incidents in the coming weeks as natural prey becomes harder to catch and growing pups increase pack food demand.
• The LfULG urges upgraded herd protection: at least 4,000 volts on fencing, a flutter band about 30 centimeters above the line, and a recommended 105-centimeter fence height.
• Saxony funds prevention measures and offers full compensation for verified losses if incidents are reported within 24 hours and required safeguards were in place.