Wildlife

Fox squirrels are native to the Eastern U.S., but they're increasingly common along the Wasatch Front. We learned about their spread, why they’re here, and what they mean for local ecosystems.

Nevada wildlife officials confirmed the presence of the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome in bats, making Nevada the final western state where the pathogen has been found.

Washington County boasts four species of rattlesnakes, more than any other county in the state.

I stood mesmerized by the beauty of the tranquil setting and glowing cottonwoods dwarfed by rainbow colored cliffs. The spell was suddenly shattered by a large aquatic mammal swimming nearby.

Some species of bats roost in the cracks and crevices of homes during the summer months while raising their young. While they can be a minor nuisance, it's not time to kick them out quite yet.

A new exhibit at Logan’s Zootah will give rescued beavers a safe place to stay and let visitors learn more about them.

Falconry is an ancient sport going back thousands of years. In Shakespeare’s time, it was a way of putting food on the dinner table.

Due to the level of difficulty surrounding land permits, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has opened the Endangered Species Act to suggestions on how to better streamline these permits.

A black bear was recently struck and killed by a vehicle at Bear Lake. Wildlife experts say black bears are making a resurgence in the area.

Not long ago, while walking up a gravel road in Bears Ears National Monument, my eye was distracted by a flash of brilliant, almost neon green against the red rocks and sand.