8 sheep killed by wolves in Grand County, one of largest attacks reported: CPW

DENVER (KDVR) — Although wolf depredations began to slow in Colorado following the spring mating period, another attack is being pinned on the predators.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating a report that on July 28, eight sheep were killed by at least one wolf in Grand County. So far, no claim has been submitted by the rancher or livestock producer to receive the fair market value of the sheep in compensation from the state.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Centennial Livestock Sheep and Goat Auction report from July 31, feeder lambs had an average price of about $227, up from 2023.

A depredation occurs when wolves attack or take a livestock ani...