The Gray Wolf Is Delisted LARAMIE, WY (wpr) - The gray wolf was taken off the endangered species list in the Rocky Mountain region today.

The Deputy Secretary of the Interior, Lynn Scarlett, says she's confident that the action will stand up to any legal challenge.

The recovery of the gray wolf is an extraordinary achievement but more important, it will ensure that our children and future generations will

In 30 days, the ruling will become official and Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho will take over management of wolves from the federal government.

The Natural Resources Defense Council says the future of wolves is not safe under the state plans. The group will sue to challenge the delisting. © Copyright 2012, wpr