Ali Longwell, Summit Daily

CPW identified the animal as the uncollared wolf that was separated from the Copper Creek Pack in 2024.

Wildlife officials say when climate conditions impact natural food for bears, they can be drawn into human sources.

With two citizen petitions on the table, a set of stakeholder recommendations and a lot of public opinion, furbearers (species like bobcats, coyotes, beavers and foxes) will take center state at the upcoming Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting on March 4.

CPW is looking at adding a special licenses that would grant on a case-by-case basis to deal with animals that cause issues.

A historic wildfire season in Colorado has seen fish evacuations, hunting license changes and more as wildlife adapts to burning habitat.

The agency was not aware of the uncollared wolf’s presence in the region until it attacked sheep on at least three occasions between July 20 and Aug. 2

Pass holders will receive 6-10 tickets, offering 50% off lift tickets, depending on when their pass was purchased.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Director Jeff Davis talks about the pack’s history and ongoing controversy.

The wildlife agency is expanding its K-9 program, using dogs for endangered species work, law enforcement, detecting wildlife and more.

The latest map from Colorado Parks and Wildlife shows wolves in familiar areas.