Number and distribution of wolverines
The wolverine is met in small numbers in the wilderness areas of Finland's northern and eastern regions. Occasionally, adventurous wolverine specimens will also make their way into the central parts of our country. The wolverine steers clear of populated areas and requires a lot of space. The territory of male wolverines may span several thousand square kilometres and several females may live within the territory of a single male. The territories of female wolverines are a few hundred square kilometres wide.
The number of wolverines
In the end of 2018 there were about 270-300 wolverines in Finland.
Distribution of wolverines
See the maps on the distribution of wolverines in Finland on Natural Resources Institute Finland’s (Luke) website (in Finnish).