Wolf Hunting Plans in Finland
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry plans to allow the hunting of at least 65 wolves this winter.
Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Sari Essayah aims to permit wolf hunting starting from 1 January.
- The ministry seeks a wolf population of 273 for a favourable conservation status.
- The current population is about 430 wolves.
Finland reports the large predator's conservation status to the European Commission every six years.
The Finnish wolf population is at a favourable conservation level through most of the country, up to Fell Lapland.
A report by the Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) shows a dramatic rise in wolf numbers, especially in the west and southwest.
Author's summary: Finland to hunt 65 wolves this winter.