Wildlife
Tim Hughes
Quagga mussels: Utah boaters asked to help fight against invasive species
Quagga mussels are looked for on boats that come out of Lake Powell. Wildlife experts are trying to prevent the aggressive species from spreading.12 months ago
Waverly Golden
Cougar attack in Spanish Fork Canyon
A cougar attack in Spanish Fork Canyon left a 70-year-old man in fair condition, sheriff's office says to be cautious of the area.1 year ago
Aubri Wuthrich
Utah’s wildlife impacted by historic snowfall
The winter and the snow this year have had a big impact on Utah's wildlife. Some animals have thrived while others are hurting.1 year ago
Ben McGonnell
Found a baby bird on the ground? Here’s what to do
While it may be tempting to intervene, it's essential to know the proper steps to ensure the baby bird isn't harmed.1 year ago
Carter Williams. KSL.com
Avian influenza kills 18 condors near Utah, complicates efforts to save endangered species
It's unclear how the first condor became infected but the virus can spread quickly in birds through contact with other birds.1 year ago
Allessandra Harris
Deer in Northern Utah struggled through winter, now face a dangerous spring
Deer population numbers in Northern Utah have dropped significantly due to the state's record-breaking winter this year.1 year ago
Don Brinkerhoff
Utah’s not just in flooding season, but rattlesnake season too
Rising temperatures mean rattlesnake season in the Beehive state with an increased chance of encounters, DWR has tips for safety.1 year ago
Elizabeth Weiler
Cougar sightings: how common will they be this spring?
Cougar sightings go up when deer come down the mountain looking for food, as they occasionally lead the big cat into residential areas.1 year ago
Katie Hunt, CNN
Fossilized eggs crack open the mysteries of the past
Fossilized eggs and eggshells are a fascinating source of information, illuminating the behavior and diet of ancient creatures and more.1 year ago
Curt Gresseth
Epic snow season limiting hunting permits in northern Utah
Because of the abundance of snow, hunting permits for bucks are limited in northern Utah.1 year ago
Heather Kelly
Wildlife rehab center given five months to vacate their current location
Ogden City has issued an eviction notice to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Northern Utah. The agency must be out of its current location by Sept. 6, 2023.1 year ago
Chris Lau, CNN
Scientists film deepest ever fish on seabed off Japan
Previously, the deepest snailfish ever spotted was at 7,703 meters, while scientists had never been able to collect fish from anywhere below 8,000 meters.1 year ago
Mark Jones
Several wildlife-related bills get approval from Gov. Cox.
Several wildlife-related bills were recently signed into law by Gov. Spencer Cox. Here are a few to keep an an eye on moving forward.1 year ago
Brooke Williams
Elk herd returns to SLC golf course after multiple relocation attempts
The herd of about 80 elk have been traversing between Parley's Canyon and a golf course near I-215 and Foothill Blvd in Salt Lake City.1 year ago
Mark Jones
Reward offered for information on two wild horses shot earlier this month
The Bureau of Land Management says two wild horses were shot earlier this month on the Onaqui Mountain Herd Management area.1 year ago
Ben McGonnell
Brine shrimp officially named Utah’s state crustacean
SALT LAKE CITY — Governor Cox signed legislation naming the brine shrimp as Utah’s state crustacean. Specifically, the small crustaceans known as brine shrimp inhabit the salty waters of the Great Salt Lake. Brine Shrimp eggs or ‘cysts’ are harvested by private companies and used as food for fish and commercially grown shrimp. The harvesting […]1 year ago
Ben McGonnell
Elk relocation and sections of I-80 closure
To facilitate Elk Relocation, Utah DWR plans to coax 80 elk from Salt Lake City golf course and across the highway.1 year ago
Curt Gresseth
Year-round cougar hunting in Utah? Those for and against sound off
Should it be open season on cougars in Utah? A state lawmaker explains why his bill is needed to thin the population of mountain lions, but a spokesman for the Western Wildlife Conservancy says the legislation addresses a problem that doesn't exist.1 year ago
Aimee Van Tatenhove, Utah Public Radio
Ambitious initiatives and shorebirds connect two saline lakes hemispheres apart
As saline lakes continue to shrink globally, environmental protections are critical for these threatened ecosystems.1 year ago
Carter Williams
Group calls for Cox to veto Utah bill that opens door for year-round cougar hunting
The cougar hunting bill also calls for a study of pre-charged pneumatic air rifles in hunting, among other changes.1 year ago
Mark Jones
DWR asking Utah anglers to target three waterbodies, remove specific fish
The DWR is asking anglers to consider three waterbodies on their next fishing trip to help with the removal of specific fish.1 year ago
Mark Jackson
What’s for dinner? The DNR suggests bullfrog!
The Utah Department of Natural Resources is suggesting putting bullfrog on the menu. The frog is considered an invasive species.1 year ago
Simone Seikaly
Zion National Park closes portions of climbing routes for nesting raptors
These climbing routes at Zion National Park are closed each year to offer peace and quiet to the raptors that may build their nests there.1 year ago
