* Population Estimates: The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) conducts aerial surveys and other monitoring methods to estimate wolf populations. These estimates fluctuate, but generally range from 2,000 to 3,000 wolves statewide.
* Eastern vs. Western: There's no official distinction between "eastern" and "western" timber wolves within Minnesota. The species is considered a single population, with some genetic variation across the state.
You can find the most up-to-date wolf population estimates on the Minnesota DNR website.