Human Actions Blamed for Gatlinburg’s Tragic Black Bear Losses

Human Actions Blamed for Gatlinburg’s Tragic Black Bear Losses

In the serene town of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, a series of unsettling events involving black bears have captured national attention. These encounters, often caught on camera, have led to controversial decisions by wildlife authorities. In a town known for its natural beauty and close proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the delicate balance between […]

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Wandering wolf of the Southwest confined through 2025 breeding season in hopes of producing pups

Wandering wolf of the Southwest confined through 2025 breeding season in hopes of producing pups

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) – An exceptionally restless female Mexican gray wolf nicknamed Asha will be held in captivity with a potential mate through another breeding season in hopes of aiding the recovery of the species, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said Thursday. Asha captivated the public imagination after she was found wandering far […]

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Voluntary Lead-Free Ammunition Program Incentivizes Hunters

Voluntary Lead-Free Ammunition Program Incentivizes Hunters

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will implement a voluntary, incentive-based program for hunters to use lead-free ammunition at seven National Wildlife Refuges for the fall 2024 hunting season. The announcement comes following years of scientific research indicating that lead ammunition and fishing tackle can negatively impact wildlife. In 2023, a special section in the […]

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