Monday, October 06, 2008

Wolves sought after killings Wildlife officials are tracking wolves in the Reed Point area after a verified kill of a sheep and goat at a ranch north of the town this week. If found, one wolf will be shot and the other collared and released to gather information on its travels. A kill permit also was issued to the landowner. Because wolves have not been seen frequently in the area, trapped wolves may be fitted with radio collars and released so biologists can follow them, learn where they came from and whether they are part of a larger pack. This is the fifth incident in which wolves have attacked the rancher's sheep - a total of 15 sheep and a goat have been confirmed killed. Herders and guard dogs have not prevented the depredations....Thank you Mr. Cheney.

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