Wildlife Wolves
Reintroduced to Yellowstone in 1995, now established across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Larger than coyotes, shorter snout, blockier head.
Behaving in wolf country
- Leash dogs
- Hike in daylight
- Observe from distance
- Do not bait
If you encounter one
Stand tall
Make yourself appear large. Maintain eye contact.
Make noise
Yell, clap, throw objects in their direction.
Do not run
Running can trigger prey response. Back away slowly.
Report bold wolves
Contact Wyoming Game and Fish if a wolf approaches.