Greater Yellowstone Wolverine Program

The rare wolverine is a species of conservation concern that has been petitioned for listing as an endangered species. Threats include increasing winter recreational activities in their habitat, loss and fragmentation of habitat, and fur harvest. Since 2001, Wildlife Conservation Society staff have radio-monitored 32 wolverines in the southern and western portions of Greater Yellowstone and gathered significant data on home range size, territoriality, movements, dispersal, habitat use, reproductive rates, food habits, denning habitat, survival rates, and causes of mortality. These efforts have led to development of a habitat model for the northern Rocky Mountains and a natal den survey methodology. These data are summarized in the Greater Yellowstone Wolverine Program Cumulative Report (Inman et al., May 2007) and the Greater Yellowstone Wolverine Program Progress Report (Inman et al., November 2008). See References and Links.

Updated 7/23/10