STATEMENT ON WYOMING GRAY WOLF COURT DECISION

Mar 21, 2005

U. S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

WASHINGTON D.C.

LINE-HEIGHT: 24ptThe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is pleased the court has recognized the validity of our approach to gray wolf management in the northern Rocky Mountain states. We have consistently maintained that we have acted in a scientifically sound manner and in accordance with the Endangered Species Act. We maintain our commitment to working with the State of Wyoming to develop a successful wolf management program for the state.?

LINE-HEIGHT: 24pt

Matthew Hogan, Acting Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service