In southeast France, the deaths of 64 sheep blamed on wolves raise questions

A deadly attack on livestock has sparked debate about the role of wolves. Advocacy groups are questioning the official explanation for the deaths.

The incident involved a large number of sheep, with 64 reported dead. Official assessments point to wolves as the cause.

Further information about the incident and the dispute over its cause can be found in the original report, which notes a rise in shootings of wild canid and provides more context about the situation in the Drôme department.