Wisconsin Law Will Force Wolf Hunts To Resume If Federal Protections Are Lifted

A Wisconsin law passed in 2012 would force the Department of Natural Resources to resume wolf hunts if protections are lifted.  The U-S Fish and Wildlife Service wants to remove the endangered species label from wolves because their numbers are growing.  State officials estimate more than 940 wolves roamed Wisconsin last winter.  The D-N-R held three wolf hunts five years ago before a federal judge decided to place the Great Lakes Wolves back on the list.  Conservationists are expected to file a court challenge if the protections are lifted at the federal level.