Date: January 7th, 2026 11:44 AM
Author: Mainlining the $ecret Truth of the Univer$e (One Year Performance 1978-1979 (Cage Piece) (Awfully coy u are))
In Wyoming, you can legally shoot wolves without needing a self-defense justification, but the specific rules depend on your location within the state's dual-management zones.
1. Predatory Animal Area (85% of Wyoming)
In the majority of the state (outside the northwest corner), wolves are classified as predatory animals.
No License Required: You do not need a hunting license to kill a wolf in this zone.
No Season or Limit: Wolves can be taken at any time of year with no bag limits.
Reporting: Any wolf killed in this area must be reported to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department (WGFD) within 10 days.
2. Wolf Trophy Game Management Area (WTGMA)
In the northwest region near Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, wolves are classified as trophy game animals.
License Required: You must have a valid gray wolf hunting license.
Regulated Season: Hunting is only permitted during specific seasons (typically September 15 – December 31).
Quotas: Each hunt area has a mortality limit; once the quota is reached, the season in that area closes.
Reporting: Kills in this zone must be reported within 24 hours by calling the WGFD.
Important Restrictions
National Parks: It is strictly illegal to shoot wolves inside Yellowstone or Grand Teton National Parks.
Fair Chase: While rules are minimal in the predator zone, you must still follow general wildlife laws, such as not shooting from or across public roads.
Non-Residents: Non-residents hunting in designated wilderness areas within the WTGMA must be accompanied by a licensed outfitter or a resident guide.
For the most current area-specific quotas and boundary maps, consult the Wyoming Game and Fish Department wolf hunting regulations.
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