Wolf sightings near Bosland nature park in Limburg have sparked renewed interest among Belgian wildlife enthusiasts. Since early July 2025-08-05 15:18:00, forest rangers have noticed paw prints belonging to a small wolf, later confirmed by trail cameras installed by the Institute for Nature and Forest Research (INBO).
- Boswachters detecteren nieuwe wolfsporen in Bosland
- Wildcamera’s registreren onbekende wolf in Limburg
- DNA-onderzoek onderzoekt schapendoden in Pelt
- Nieuwe wolf mogelijk zwerver op doortocht
- Acht gevestigde wolven leven momenteel in Vlaanderen
- Wolvenpopulatie daalt door migratie en verkeersslachtoffers
This new wolf is distinct from Noëlla and Maurice, the well-known pair residing with their pups elsewhere in the region. Could this be a lone wanderer passing through Limburg? Early citizen reports and DNA tests on sheep attacks nearby add layers to this unfolding story.
As experts monitor this newcomer, questions arise about its impact on local ecosystems and farming. What does this mean for the future of wolves in Belgium? Read on for a quick summary.
Is this wolf a transient visitor or a future resident? The INBO will only consider it established after six months of continuous presence. Meanwhile, the wolf population in Flanders has decreased from around thirteen to eight, due to natural migration and road incidents. Key points to consider include:
- Recent wolf sightings are limited to the past month, suggesting a possible transient status.
- Two sheep were found dead in Pelt, with DNA tests underway to determine if the wolf is responsible.
- Established wolves in Flanders include Noëlla, Maurice, their pups, and one solitary wolf in the Noorderkempen.
- Wolf numbers fluctuate due to migration choices and traffic accidents.
As monitoring continues, Belgian residents are encouraged to report any wolf sightings or related incidents. Will this new wolf settle in Limburg or move on? Only time and careful observation will tell.
