FWP Releases 2023 Wolf Report; Population Strong After Increased Harvest

According to the 2023 Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks Wolf Report, Montana's wolf population remains healthy. Increased harvest during the 2023 wolf season has not yet resulted in an estimated decline in the statewide total. However, FWP biologists expect a moderate decline in wolf numbers next year, resulting from the increased harvest in early 2024.

“We are committed to following the law to reduce wolf numbers to a sustainable level, which means ensuring Montana has a healthy state-managed population,” said Quentin Kujala, FWP Chief of Conservation Policy. “The statewide wolf population estim...