Male wolves may be hunted throughout the year, while females and young wolves may be hunted from 1 July to 29 February of the following year.
Wolves are wild animals known for their intelligence, strength and complex social structure. These wild canids are highly adaptable and can be found in different habitats around the world, including forests, mountains, prairies and even tundra.
A wolf’s habitat normally covers a large territory that may extend over several hundred square kilometres. Such territories often contain a variety of features, including wooded areas for cover, open ground for hunting and sources of water for drinking.
Female wolves often choose well-protected places that provide security for raising their young. After mating, the female prepares a den in the ground or uses a cave in which to give birth to a litter of pups.
Wolves adapt their hunting behaviour to the availability of prey and the type of habitat. They frequently hunt in packs, using tactics such as coordinated pursuit, intercepting prey or launching a surprise attack. Their diet may include deer, hares, birds and smaller mammals.
Female wolves, like the males, take part in hunting in order to provide food for their pups and the pack. Their ability to adjust to different habitat conditions and use a range of hunting techniques makes them successful predators within their ecosystems.
Hunting dates and methods are provided for information only. Final dates, permits and conditions are confirmed in accordance with the regulations in force and the rules of the relevant hunting ground.
