# Wildlife presence and expansion in Slovenia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/wildlife-presence-and-expansion-in-slovenia
> Updated: 2026-09-30T11:10:02.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The presence of large predators in Slovenia, particularly in the Pohorje region, has prompted safety warnings and ecological monitoring. Initially, the Slovenia Forest Service (ZGS) issued warnings to visitors regarding the presence of bears and an estimated 11 to 14 wolves in the Pohorje area. Experts advised foragers to make noise to avoid accidental encounters and cautioned dog owners to keep pets on leashes to prevent bear attacks.

Subsequent research from the European Life Wild Wolf project indicates that while the national wolf population has stabilized at approximately 137 individuals across 16 packs, the species is continuing to expand its geographic range. This expansion includes the establishment of a new reproductive pack in Pohorje, a territory where wolves had not been present for over fifty years. As wolves occupy new areas, focus has shifted toward managing coexistence and preventing ‘surplus killing’ of domestic livestock.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Slovenia wolf population expands geographically

Slovenia's wolf population remains stable with approximately 137 individuals, but is expanding geographically, including a new pack in the Pohorje region, prompting discussions on coexistence.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/slovenia-wolf-population-expands-geographically

### 2026-09-09: Pohorje forest visitors warned of bear and wolf presence

The Slovenia Forest Service warns Pohorje visitors of bear and wolf presence, advising noise-making to avoid surprises and keeping dogs leashed.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pohorje-forest-visitors-warned-of-bear-and-wolf-presence

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Cite as: Wildlife presence and expansion in Slovenia. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/wildlife-presence-and-expansion-in-slovenia