Wolf Hunting Plans in Finland
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry plans to allow the hunting of at least 65 wolves this winter.
Minister Sari Essayah aims to permit wolf hunting starting January 1st, with a target population of 273 wolves to ensure a favourable conservation status, significantly lower than the current population of approximately 430.
- The current wolf population in Finland is about 430.
- The desired population for favourable conservation status is 273.
- At least 65 wolves are to be hunted this winter.
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 increase in wolf numbers, especially in the west and southwest.
Author's summary: Finland to hunt 65 wolves this winter.
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