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Protecting Livestock from Wolves: Colorado’s Innovative Approach
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has initiated a range rider program to protect livestock from wolf attacks following the introduction of gray wolves in December 2023. This program aims to deter wolves using non-lethal methods and includes training range riders to monitor ranches. Both ranchers and wolf advocates support this balanced wildlife conservation strategy.
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Wyoming’s Hunting Tag Controversy: Landowners vs. Conservationists
A proposal in the Wyoming Legislature, Senate File 118, aims to let landowners sell hunting tags for elk, deer, antelope, and wild turkeys, rather than just transferring them to family. Supporters claim it enhances wildlife conservation, while opponents warn it could create wealth-based access to hunting, raising concerns about fairness and conservation.
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Wyoming Fights for Grizzly Bear Delisting
Wyoming officials are frustrated with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s refusal to delist the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem grizzly bear, despite its population recovery. Governor Gordon advocates for state management, highlighting conservation success. The debate includes support for regulated hunting and federal opposition emphasizing long-term population viability, indicating ongoing legal and ecological conflicts.
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Grizzly Bear Translocation in Yellowstone: A Conservation Milestone
Wildlife officials initiated an experiment to improve the genetic diversity of grizzly bears in Yellowstone National Park by translocating two bears from the Northern Continental Divide. The project, led by multiple agencies, aims to bridge genetic gaps, contributing to bear conservation and offering insights into behavior and habitat integration.
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Grizzly Bear Delisting: Court Rules in Favor of Wyoming
A U.S. District Court ruled in favor of Wyoming, compelling the Fish and Wildlife Service to decide on its petition to delist the Greater Yellowstone grizzly bear from the Endangered Species Act. The court found Wyoming had legal standing, requiring the FWS to issue a decision within 45 days, impacting future wildlife management and conservation…