Idaho wolf killed on I-84 Near Baker, Oregon

June 5, 2000

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A former member of the now extinct Twin Peaks Pack of Idaho has been found dead along the Interstate highway near Baker in Eastern Oregon.  This wolf, B83M, was the "Judas" wolf that was supposed to lead Wildlife Service gunners to the pack's pups so they could make sure all the wolves were dead.  However, he did not continue to hang around Curt Hurless's farm or lead to the pups.  B 83 was last radio-tracked on April 18. In about a month's time, he apparently moved all the way to Oregon, but was hit and killed on while crossing an exit ramp on the Interstate 84.

There is a slight chance it was killed in some other fashion and dumped in Oregon. However, the wolf was not shot.

 Here are two stories on the matter from the Oregonian newspaper.

Wild wolf found dead near Baker City. Wildlife officials had no idea the endangered Idaho wolf, apparently struck down on I-84, had crossed into Oregon. Friday, June 2, 2000  By Courtenay Thompson and Richard Cockle of The Oregonian staff.

Discovery sparks talk about state's wolf stance. Agencies debate whether to welcome or banish the animals that migrate from recovery areas. Sunday, June 4, 2000 By Courtenay Thompson of The Oregonian staff

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