Media statement: Colorado Gray Wolf 2304 Mortality in Wyoming
Luke Perkins
DENVER (August 6, 2025) – CPW became aware of the mortality of female gray wolf 2304 on July 24, 2025, in Wyoming. CPW has now coordinated with Wyoming Game and Fish for the return of its tracking collar, however Wyoming state law prevents further detail from being shared.2304 was part of the group of wolves translocated to Colorado from Oregon. Wolves are known to travel long distances to find food or mates, including into other states. CPW does not comment on wildlife movements, operations or regulations in other states. CPW has no further comment on the mortality as it took place outside of Colorado.
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