California hails rare sighting of gray wolf in Mendocino national forest
Summary
A gray wolf was seen in California’s Mendocino National Forest for the first time since 2011, confirming the species is spreading in the state. The wolf was verified by wildlife officials with photos and tracks, showing that wolves are moving west of their usual areas.Key Facts
- A gray wolf was recently spotted in Mendocino National Forest, California.
- This is the first confirmed sighting in that area since wolves returned to California 15 years ago.
- The California Department of Fish and Wildlife confirmed the sighting using photos and tracking evidence.
- Wolves were once wiped out in California but have been gradually returning since 2011.
- There are at least 50 gray wolves documented in California now, mostly in the northeast.
- The sighting west of Sacramento Valley shows wolves are expanding their range.
- Wolves are protected by state and federal laws, but some ranchers want fewer protections due to livestock losses.
- President Donald Trump signed an order directing agencies to consider removing wolves from endangered species protections.
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