Ninety-six animals have been released in Colorado since the first release on Feb. 3, 1999 under 5 release protocols, which were sequential adaptations that were successful in improving the survival of released animals. Future plans for the next calendar year include initiate a state recovery plan process for Canada lynx and initiate a snowshoe hare ecology study.

Lynx have demonstrated an ability to survive long-term in areas of Colorado. Reintroduced lynx have also exhibited site fidelity, engaged in breeding behavior and produced kittens. What is yet to be demonstrated is whether conditions in Colorado can support the recruitment necessary to offset annual mortality for a population to remain viable for several generations of lynx.

The Colorado Division of Wildlife conducted the following analysis in response to requests from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service for information regarding Canada lynx use of the area around Wolf Creek Pass along Highway 160 to assess the potential effects of the proposed Village at Wolf Creek Project on lynx in the area.