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Though ocelots are common in some parts of Central and South America, they are an endangered species in the U.S. A researcher speaking at Utah State University this week is leading an effort to aid their recovery.
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American West Heritage Center has displayed bear cubs from Yellowstone Bear World at Baby Animal Days for nearly 15 years. Protestors, led by PETA, say the wildlife park is unethical and unsafe for both bears and workers.
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In the 1950s and 60s, over 3 million acres of pinyon woodlands were lost. Since then, pinyon jays have been on the decline. But while pinyon-juniper woodlands are rebounding, the jays are not.
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During pandemic lockdowns in 2020, wild animals were seen running through downtown areas, and a narrative emerged that “wildlife are reclaiming the outdoors.” New research suggests that the full story is more complicated.
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In other news: Washington County has approved population control for ravens in the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve to protect the desert tortoise population.
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In other news: Gov. Spencer Cox signed 74 bills on Tuesday from Utah's 2024 Legislative Session, and the Utah Supreme Court rules businesses cannot claim COVID-19 as a "disruptive event."
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Once considered the Mountain West's apex predator, a rise in hunting over the last 200 years has lead to a heavy decline in the mountain lion population.
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In other news: The Utah group, Save People Save Wildlife is advocating for a wildlife crossing to be built in Park City.
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Shed hunting, or antler gathering, is a popular activity this time of year in Utah. From Feb. 1 to April 15, anyone who wants to gather shed antlers must take an Antler Gathering Ethics Course and carry their certificate with them.
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Bobcats and other carnivores can remove over 95% of chronic wasting disease prions from infected meat, according to early findings.