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Wolf predation on Italian livestock

Overview

Wolf predation on livestock has caused losses for farmers in various regions of Italy. In early August, two calves were killed near the Zamboni-Zappa mountain refuge in Macugnaga, Piedmont, an incident attributed to a pack of two or three wolves.

Subsequent attacks have been reported in other areas, including Fontanelle, where ten Sambucana sheep were killed, and Sant’Anna di Boves, where seven sheep were found mutilated. Farmers have reported that predators are bypassing security measures, such as jumping over 1.8-meter fences or digging under netting, highlighting ongoing challenges in protecting livestock from wildlife.

Entities

Wolves · Zamboni‑Zappa Refuge · Macugnaga · Boves · Theodoros Kominos

Timeline

  1. 14 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    Boves, Italy: Wolves kill seven sheep in recent attack

    Wolves attacked a farm in Sant’Anna di Boves, Italy, killing seven sheep. The incident follows a similar attack in the region ten days ago, despite efforts by farmers to secure the livestock.

  2. 20 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Wolf Attack Kills Two Calves Near Zamboni‑Zappa Refuge in Italy

    Two calves were killed near the Zamboni‑Zappa refuge in Macugnaga on 2 August, likely by a wolf pack, raising concerns for mountain farmers.

Sources

cremonaoggi.it · cuneodice.it · greenme.it · laprovinciadivarese.it · ossolanews.it · triesteprima.it