Wolf Hunting in Finland
Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Sari Essayah (CD) plans to allow wolf hunting starting from 1 January, with a target of at least 65 wolves this winter.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry aims for a wolf population of 273 to ensure a favourable conservation status, which is lower than the current population of about 430.
- The current wolf population in Finland is around 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 significant increase in the number of wolves, especially in the west and southwest.
Author's summary: Finland to hunt 65 wolves this winter.
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