Biologists with Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) have noted GPS locations from a collared gray wolf south of Interstate 70.

This update comes after the Collared Gray Wolf Activity Map was updated on Wed., Oct. 23. CPW does not usually provide location information on the wolves outside of updating the map on the fourth Wednesday of each month. However, CPW is providing this update because it is the first time GPS data points have been observed south of I-70.

CPW says this wildlife activity was anticipated, as translocated wolves are exploring the Colorado landscape. As wolf populations grow they will migrate to new territories. CPW also explains that wolves can thrive in a wide variety of environmental conditions and habitats, and anticipates that wolves will expand widely over time.

Anyone who believes they have seen a wolf should fill out CPW’s wolf sighting form. You can also find information on living with wolves here.