Government Accidentally Kills Mother Mexican Wolf in Arizona
Conservationists are mourning the death of mother Mexican gray wolf Asiza of the Bear Canyon pack. She was mistakenly killed by the government, and a thorough investigation of the incident is needed.
Conservationists, residents urge facts, not fairytales, in Catron County emergency meeting
Conservationists and Catron County residents are calling out a plan by the Catron County Board of County Commissioners to declare a “state of emergency” due to wolves in the County. There is no incident in recorded history of a Mexican wolf attacking or injuring a human.
Wandering Wolf Ella Found Deceased in New Mexico
The Mexican gray wolf Ella, who just last week was located north of I-40 near Mount Taylor in NM, was found dead on March 30, 2025. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has indicated that the cause of Ella’s death is under investigation. We’re deeply saddened that her journey has come to an end. Her roaming will continue to teach us about where Mexican gray wolves choose to be.
ANOTHER MEXICAN GRAY WOLF HAS WANDERED NORTH, AND CONSERVATIONISTS ARE CELEBRATING HER INTREPID ROAMING
Female Mexican gray wolf 2996, named “Ella” by schoolchildren, has peacefully wandered north of Interstate 40 in New Mexico toward Mount Taylor, an area of pristine habitat teeming with wildlife. Conservationists are cheering her on!
MEXICAN GRAY WOLF NUMBERS ARE UP, BUT TRUMP ADMINISTRATION BUDGET CUTS COULD THREATEN RECOVERY
The wild population of Mexican gray wolves in the US has increased to a minimum of 286. Conservation groups point to the lack of genetic diversity as a long-term threat to the species, while recognizing lobos are more immediately threatened by potential budget cuts to the program.
Latest Report on Mexican Gray Wolf Recovery Shows Ongoing Problems
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Arizona Game and Fish Department paint a rosy picture of wolf recovery despite recovery failures in Mexico and fairly limited successes in the US.
Conservation groups demand justice after Mexican wolf near Flagstaff found dead
Hope, a Mexican wolf living west of Flagstaff since at least June 2024, was tragically found dead on November 7, 2024. Our hearts go out to her wolf family.
FLAGSTAFF WOLF REMOVAL VIOLATES ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT, CONSERVATIONISTS WARN
Conservation groups notified state and federal agencies that ongoing efforts to trap and relocate Mexican gray wolves west of Flagstaff violate the Endangered Species Act. These wolves are known as the Kendrick Peak Pack, and they have been thriving near the Grand Canyon since June 2024.
Government Goes After Flagstaff Wolf Family
AZGFD and USFWS are currently trapping and planning to remove the Kendrick Peak family of wolves who have been living in the wilds west of Flagstaff since at least June of this year. The wolves, two of whom have been named Hope and Mystery by students, have become locally-celebrated with many Flagstaff residents welcoming their return to these lands.
Local Students Name Wandering Wolf “Mystery” as Part of Wildlife Conservation Initiative
A group of 5th-grade students have named a previously unknown Mexican gray wolf, calling them “Mystery.” The wolf is with a collared female wolf named Hope (F2979), and together, they are known as the Kendrick Peak Pack and have been roaming the lands west of Flagstaff since early June 2024.
Release the wolf pack to the wild to roam
Science has demonstrated that canines such as wolves dream. Does the captive Asha dream about running free through the forest, along streams, over meadows, about the places she saw, and about being able to choose for herself her own destiny? NMDGF and USFWS need to give Asha back her dreams and return her to the wild.
AZ students help name Mexican gray wolf near Flagstaff
Students say it’s thrilling to see the wolves flourish in new territories, living as they have for millennia.
Protesters argue wolves stay put
Wolves are not voiceless; they are showing us what they need, and it’s time we start listening. Protestors ask AZGFC to let the Kendrick Peak Pack stay.
Wolves roam to survive. Let them.
Wolves live in the present and face an uncertain future. It’s time for the agencies to adjust to the reality that the wolves — and the best available science — say it is time to let them roam.
Wolf Supporters to Rally Friday at Arizona Game Commission Meeting in Flagstaff
Residents Oppose Removing Mexican Wolf Family Near Grand Canyon
Hope for Wolves Rally in Flagstaff, AZ
Endangered Mexican gray wolf Hope (F2979) and her family, named the Kendrick Peak Pack, need your help! They have been peacefully roaming in the wild lands around Flagstaff, AZ, but AZGFD and USFWS may attempt to capture and relocate them because they've roamed north of the unscientific, politically-motivated boundary that forces lobos to remain south of Interstate-40. Tell the AZGFC to let these lobos stay!
Student Group Names Wandering Wolf “Hope”
Arizona students proposed a new name for Mexican gray wolf F2979, calling her “Hope.” Hope and at least one other wolf have been roaming the lands west of Flagstaff since early June 2024, earning them the moniker of the “Kendrick Peak pack.”
Asha denied freedom for failure to breed
Advocates are protesting the US Fish and Wildlife Service's decision to deny freedom for Asha, a wild-born wolf who was captured for wandering outside arbitrary political boundaries.
Free Asha, the wild wolf, and her packmates
Asha's independence captured our imaginations and her bravery captured our hearts. Let's give her a chance to do it again by releasing her with her companions, Arcadia and Horizon.
Wildlife advocates celebrate wolf dispersal, decry capture of female lobo
Advocates are asking agencies to let a pair of wolves continue to roam freely in the Grand Canyon ecoregion where they have chosen to make their home.
Letter Urges Mexican Gray Wolves to Be Released as Families
A coalition of conservation organizations requested that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service resume releasing captive-born Mexican gray wolf pairs together with their pups into Arizona and New Mexico. Releases of wolf families that survive and breed would diversify the wild population’s depleted gene pool.
Conservationists hope for released pups to survive in face of worsening genetic crisis
Advocates are wishing the best for all the pups and their new adoptive families but caution that the over-reliance on fostering is resulting in a rapidly closing window for genetic rescue of Mexican wolves as the population grows and it gets harder to increase gene diversity.
Wildlife advocates urge agencies to let roaming wolf “Asha” go where she needs
Wandering wolf Asha is on the move again in northern New Mexico. Conservationists urge agencies to let her roam, and dispersal to the southern Rocky Mountains is supported by leading scientists.
The Wolf Connection celebrates 25 years of lobo recovery!
Listen to a discussion of the challenges lobos encounter politically, socially, and geographically.
Celebrating 25 Years of Mexican Gray Wolves Back in the Wild
Check out upcoming events near you celebrating the 25th anniversary of lobo reintroduction!
Tenth Annual Mexican Gray Wolf Pup Naming Contest Results
It is our pleasure to announce the winners of our Tenth Annual Mexican Gray Wolf Pup Naming Contest!
Mexican Gray Wolf Rule Eliminates Cap on Population, Restricts Killing
New Federal Management Rule Still Falls Short on Genetic Diversity by Rejecting Science-Based Reforms.
ANTI-WILDLIFE POLITICIANS DEMAND REMOVAL OF DENNING WOLF FAMILY
Politics put the Seco Creek wolf family at risk.
Raise Your Voice by May 16, 2022!
Comments Needed on the Mexican Wolf Recovery Plan!
Lobos Still on the Brink of Extinction
Mexican gray wolf population increases, but lobos are still among the rarest species in the southwestern US.
OVER 81,000 DEMAND SUPPORT FOR LONG-TERM MEXICAN GRAY WOLF CONSERVATION
Enormous outpouring of public support backs majority public opinion that Mexican gray wolves need stronger protections.
Time is Running Out! Speak Out for Mexican Wolves and Change 10(j) Now!
Now is the time to speak out on behalf of the Mexican gray wolf during the public comment period for the proposed 10(j) Management Rule!
Justice for Anubis: Protest Illegal Killing of Mexican Gray Wolves
Wandering wolf Anubis was tragically killed on public lands. Tell AZGFD and USFWS they need to do more to protect endangered wolves!
Mexican Gray Wolf Anubis Killed on National Forest Land
In tragic news, Wandering Wolf Anubis has been illegally killed on public lands in Northern Arizona.
Let Mexican Gray Wolves Run Free!
Give Mexican gray wolves the freedom and protection they deserve with your year-end gift!
Give Wolves the Gift of Freedom this Giving Tuesday!
Endangered Mexican gray wolves need freedom to roam. Will you help?
Public Comments Needed on the Draft SEIS and Proposed 10(j) Rule. Speak out for Mexican Gray Wolves!
Now is the time to speak out on behalf of the Mexican gray wolf during the upcoming public comment period for the 10(j) Rule!
Ninth Annual Mexican Gray Wolf Pup Naming Contest Results
Congratulations to all our participants who shared their passion for wild wolves!
Year-End Donations Will Support Mexican Wolves in 2021
A message from Lobos of the Southwest Coordinator – December 29, 2020
Help Give Mexican Wolf Pups Names with Our Ninth Annual Pup Naming Contest for Kids
Open to kindergarten through eighth grade. Deadline is February 1, 2021
Buy a Shirt – Save Endangered Mexican Gray Wolf Families
‘Wolf Family Values’ shirts available for a limited time
2020 Mexican Wolf Art Contest Results
Amazing and Inspiring Lobo Art - Posted September 21, 2020
Create a Summer Adventure for Kids!
Wolf Conservation Center is offering downloadable guides to turn your backyard into a summer adventure for kids!
Eighth Annual Mexican Wolf Pup Naming Contest Results
Students Give Names to Twenty-four Mexican Wolf Pups Born in 2019 (posted 3/20/2020)
Kids Can Give Mexican Wolf Pups Names with Our Eighth Annual Pup Naming Contest
Open to kindergarten through eighth grade. Deadline is February 1, 2020
Seventh Annual Mexican Wolf Pup Naming Contest Results
Students Give Names to Twenty-one Mexican Wolf Pups Born in 2018 (posted 4/10/19)
Kids Can Give Mexican Wolf Pups Names with Our Seventh Annual Pup Naming Contest
Open to kindergarten through eighth grade. Deadline extended to February 11, 2019 (updated 2/2/19)
Obituary: Remembering a Real Life Super Wolf
By Jean Ossorio
Border-crossing wolf needs a name
Naming contest - Contest ends June 18
Mexican wolf art contest
Support Mexican wolf recovery and enter to win a tee shirt with your design on it!
