Wolf shot in Tyrol: The launch regulation causes excitement!

Wolf shot in Tyrol: The launch regulation causes excitement!

Imst, Österreich - In Tyrol, the regulation for shooting provides wolves for great discussions and concerns among the population. On 18. June 2025, the Tyrolean state government passed a shooting regulation for a so -called "Schadwolf" in the front Ötztal, in the Imst district. This measure was necessary after a total of eight dead sheep in the alpine pastures of Stams and Silz were discovered between the end of May and mid -June. The responsible official veterinarian would suspect that a wolf could be the cause of these incidents, as [puls24] (https://www.puls24.at/news/chronik/wolf-im-Tiroler-zirk-imst-schooten/423715).

In the night of Thursday, the suspicion became a reality: Such a wolf was shot by the hunters in the district and then brought to Innsbruck to the Ages, where an examination of the animal killed is carried out. The Tyrolean state government has also issued another shooting regulation in East Tyrol. This entered into force on Thursday and should apply for eight weeks within a radius of ten kilometers around the scene.

The background of the shooting regulation

The reasons for the launch regulations are alarming. Seven dead sheep were on 15. and June 16 2025 found in an alpine area in the municipal area of ​​Amlach, Lienz district. Here, too, the investigations by the official veterinarian showed a possible connection with a wolf. These measures are part of a more comprehensive plan, because in 2025 there were already six launching regulations, two of which were carried out. In addition, there are two other regulations in the Stubai Valley and in the Ötztal by the end of July or early August.

The local hunters were informed about the new regulations and the population is asked to report sightings and observations of wolves using a viewing form on the country's website. Detailed information can be found on the website of tirol.gv.at

The wolf in the focus of society

The wolf has not only provided controversies in Austria, but also in Germany in recent years. An investigation by the Bavarian State Office for the Environment reported on an increasing wolf population in Bavaria, despite negative side effects such as illegal killings and the loss of young wolves. The organization Wolfschutz Germany emphasizes that herd protection measures show success, but are often inadequate for cattle and cows.

The continued discussion about dealing with the wolf shows how complex and emotionally the topic is. In Bavaria, politicians are calling for an adaptation of the hunting law, while environmental associations are fighting against downgrading the protection status. The dispute over the wolves and the associated measures draws wide circles and will continue to ensure conversation in the coming months.