Scientists Mourn Popular Wolf Shot By A Hunter

NPR | Dec. 12, 2012 11:34 a.m.

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Elizabeth Shogren

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The wolf known as 832F was taking a rare jaunt outside the boundaries of Yellowstone National Park when she was killed last week. This is the first season it's been legal to hunt wolves in all three states bordering Yellowstone. The wolf's death is a blow to scientists and many wildlife enthusiasts who loved following her story.