Wolves in Alabama

Although wolves no longer roam Alabama, Alabamians still have the power to save wolves nationwide by electing officials who support federal protections.

What's at Stake

Gray wolves at risk

Gray wolves today exist in scattered populations, occupying only a fraction of their historic range. While Endangered Species Act protections them from trophy hunting and trapping, some wolves have already lost these safeguards, and many more remain at risk.

Legislative threats

The so-called "Trust the Science Act" (H.R. 764/S. 1895), already passed by the House, would permanently remove federal protections for gray wolves nationwide. Another threat comes from the Department of the Interior Appropriations Act (H.R. 8998), which includes a rider to strip protections from gray wolves across the lower 48 states.

Deadly consequences

In the Northern Rockies, wolves have already lost federal protections, resulting in thousands being killed under extreme anti-wolf laws in Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Despite public outcry to restore these protections, the slaughter continues. In Wisconsin, when protections were briefly lifted, trophy hunters killed 218 wolves in less than three days—blowing way past the established quota.

Mexican gray and red wolves

It’s not just gray wolves at risk. In Arizona and New Mexico, around 250 critically endangered Mexican gray wolves face similar legislative threats. In North Carolina, fewer than 20 wild red wolves remain, making them the most endangered wolves in the world. The urgency to protect all of America’s wolves could not be greater.

Hope for Wolves' Future

Despite the challenges wolves face, there is hope. Champions like Senator Cory Booker and Representative Raúl M. Grijalva have introduced the Tribal Heritage and American Bison, Grizzly Bear, and Wolf Restoration and Coexistence Act, aimed at safeguarding these species and strengthening recovery efforts.

Elect to Protect

No matter where you live, your voice and your vote are essential to protecting wolves. Take action now—before it’s too late.

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