Reward offered for information regarding death of endangered red wolf
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are offering a $2,500 reward for information about the shooting of an endangered red wolf.
Posted — UpdatedThe radio-collared wolf was found dead Jan. 18 north of Fairfield in Tyrrell County.
The red wolf was declared an endangered species in 1967 and is protected under the federal law. The maximum criminal penalties for the unlawful taking or killing of the animal are a one-year imprisonment and a $100,000 fine per individual.
About 100 red wolves roam their native habitats in five northeastern North Carolina counties. Red wolves are known for the reddish color behind their ears and along their neck and legs, but they are mostly brown.
Officials say that 10 red wolves were shot to death in 2012.
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