Danish wolves birth over 35 pups in 2024

In 2024, at least six of the eight wolf couples in Denmark have welcomed new offspring, with a total of at least 35 pups being born, potentially even more, according to the Natural History Museum in Aarhus. The monitoring is carried out through wildlife camera recordings by researchers from the museum and Aarhus University for the Danish Environmental Protection Agency. Wolves are found in territories in West, Central, and Southwest Jutland. Last year saw the registration of 14 new pups, with significant increase expected this year. As of August 2024, Denmark is estimated to have 32-43 adult wolves. Researchers anticipate a substantial growth in the wolf population by 2025, barring immigration, emigration, and mortality. Aarhus University estimated in 2023 that the country could naturally accommodate between 77 and 210 wolves. Wolves in Denmark live primarily in Jutland, favoring sparsely populated areas with forests and heaths.