Overview
- CDFW identified the Grizzly pack in southern Plumas County as at least two adults and a pup after trail camera and survey data showed they were a single family group.
- Reports indicate the new pack has preyed on cows, raising concern among ranchers near Sierra Valley where previous depredations were concentrated.
- With the Grizzly pack confirmed, California’s wolf population stands at about 10 packs and an estimated 50 to 70 individuals, according to state monitoring.
- Last month the state euthanized three adult Beyem Seyo wolves and accidentally shot a juvenile after prolonged livestock conflicts, following months of non-lethal deterrent attempts.
- State updates note at least six families produced pups this year for a total of 31, including 10 pups in the Whaleback pack, even as several mortalities were recorded.