On Oct. 23, the department documented a confirmed depredation on livestock by the OPT pack, which resulted in the death of a calf. This latest depredation brings the total to 16 depredations by the pack since Sept. 4.
During the examination of the dead calf, department staff documented bite lacerations and associated hemorrhaging along the tail and on both rear legs. The bite lacerations and locations were consistent with a wolf attack. Staff estimated the incident occurred 2-4 days before the carcass was located. The location data from the collared male wolf indicate that it was in the area of the depredation at the estimated time of the attack. Staff also found wolf tracks and scat in the area.
This event marks the second time the department has documented depredations on livestock by the OPT pack that have occurred after the department removed two wolves in September. Director Susewind is reviewing this latest event before considering any action.
For more information, please see updates on the OPT pack on:
2018 updates
- Sept 7, 11, 12, 14, 18, 25, 28
- Oct 5, 19