Wolves are to be hunted in Sweden this winter for the first time in 45 years.
It is expected that 20 to 40 animals will be culled next month and in February as the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency tries to limit the population to keep the public happy.
The number of wolves has increased to between 182 and 217 in the country after almost dying out in the 1970s.
Their increase has raised concerns because they have been seen near towns and cities, including Stockholm, and there have been reports of attacks on pets.
Sweden allows other protected species, such as the brown bear and lynx, to be hunted. (AFP)