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Wolves in the North Eifel pack: Offspring cause excitement!
In Euskirchen, offspring were again confirmed in the North Eifel wolf pack. Monitoring shows dynamic population growth.
Wolves in the North Eifel pack: Offspring cause excitement!
There is exciting news from the animal world in the picturesque North Eifel: wolves have had offspring again! The NRW State Office for Nature, Environment and Climate (LANUK) has now confirmed successful reproduction for 2025. This positive news continues, because last year the wolf pack in the North Eifel had already brought seven puppies into the world, as ksta.de reported.
The exact number of new puppies remains secret in order to ensure responsible species protection during the breeding period. However, the monitoring system, which is carried out in collaboration with the North Rhine-Westphalia State Office for Forest and Wood, has shown that the North Eifel pack now consists of at least twelve animals. This includes two parents, three yearlings and the seven puppies from the previous year. Still, estimates of the region's total number of wolves vary widely and are influenced by wildlife risk monitoring.
Protection and information for grazing livestock farmers
The region has been officially considered wolf territory for six years now. Wolves can be observed here on their daily forays, although the probability of encountering a wolf is quite low. Such an area is designated when wolves permanently settle. This measure is particularly important for grazing livestock farmers, as the state provides financial support for herd protection measures, as nrw-wolf.de highlights. These include, among other things, rag fences and livestock guard dogs.
An example of effective herd protection comes from Italy and Spain, where grazing livestock farmers have successfully adapted to coexistence with large predators. The North Rhine-Westphalia Chamber of Agriculture also offers free advice on these measures in order to minimize possible conflicts. The livestock protection service hotline can be reached at 02945 / 98 98 98. If you are interested, you can also subscribe to information via the NRW environmental portal.
Latest wolf evidence
The North Eifel not only offers picturesque landscapes, but is also an important refuge for wolves in North Rhine-Westphalia. Residents are encouraged to recognize the positive aspects of this return and take the necessary steps to promote harmonious coexistence. Continuous monitoring and the exchange of information are of central importance here.