Texas Parks and Wildlife Goes On Record About Mexican Wolves

April 30, 2026 – AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) issued a public statement this week addressing growing public concern about the transport of Mexican gray wolf through the state, emphasizing that no wolves have been released in Texas and there are no plans to do so.

The clarification comes amid increased attention and speculation tied to reports of wolf movement. TPWD officials said that while wolves may be transported across Texas as part of federal conservation efforts, the state is not a release site for the species.

According to the agency, such activity is managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in coordination with the U.S. Department of the Interior. The binational program moves wolves between the United States and Mexico to improve genetic diversity and support the long-term survival of the population.

Wildlife experts note that the Mexican gray wolf is one of the rarest subspecies of gray wolves in North America. Carefully managed transfers are a routine part of recovery efforts aimed at reducing inbreeding and strengthening the species’ resilience in the wild.

TPWD encouraged residents seeking more information about the transport program to contact federal officials directly. The agency also urged the public to rely on verified sources as interest in the species continues to grow.

State officials reiterated that Texas is not part of the designated recovery zones for Mexican gray wolves, and there are currently no plans to change that status.