Alaska Wolves

Alaska is home to the largest remaining population of gray wolves in the United States. But ironically, at the same time that heroic efforts proceed to restore wolves to portions of their former habitat in the lower 48 states, wolves in Alaska continue to be persecuted.

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Stop Aerial Hunting Once and For All

More than 30 years ago, Congress put an end to aerial hunting. But Alaska is exploiting a loophole in federal law to resume the practice. It’s time to stop aerial hunting once and for all. Support the Protect America's Wildlife Act.

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Management and Policy

Defenders has been involved in conserving wolf populations in Alaska for more than 30 years. We are committed to ending the intensive management of Alaska’s predators particularly the aerial gunning of wolves.Currently, we are attempting to achieve this goal through litigation and legislation.
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