For Immediate Release
Albuquerque

The U.S. Forest Service has revoked the grazing permit of a New Mexico rancher for the 2015 death of a Mexican gray wolf. The endangered wolf, who was collared, was trapped and hit with a shovel.

Bryan Bird, Southwest program director for Defenders of Wildlife, issued this statement:

"This is a pivotal moment for Mexican gray wolf recovery. Defenders is pleased to see the U.S. Forest Service meet their responsibility to protect our nation's endangered species. This unfortunate incident highlights the importance of using coexistence tools to live without conflicts with predators. The Forest Service can and should take on a larger role in coexistence strategy by including it in their updated management plans."

For over 75 years, Defenders of Wildlife has remained dedicated to protecting all native animals and plants in their natural communities. With a nationwide network of nearly 2.1 million members and supporters, Defenders of Wildlife is a leading advocate for innovative solutions to safeguard our wildlife for generations to come. To learn more, please visit https://defenders.org/newsroom or follow us on X @Defenders.

  

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