Wildlife
Alejandro Lucero
Utah DWR offering horse-drawn sleigh and wagon rides for the first time in two years
Sleigh rides in Utah have been on pause for the last two years at the Hardware Wildlife Management Area, but they're finally back.4 months ago
Samantha Herrera
DWR reminding Utahns that some e-bikes are banned in wildlife management areas
Class 2 and Class 3 e-bikes are now banned in waterfowl and wildlife management areas across the state after a new rule took effect this month.4 months ago
Elizabeth Weiler
Controlled burns happening across the state, officials advise
Across Utah controlled burns are occurring with piles of burning brush. Before reporting a wildfire, confirm that it isn't a controlled burn.4 months ago
Chandler Holt
Cows on highway cause multiple accidents
Several cows found themselves on Highway 13 Saturday morning. It is unknown at this time where the cows came from or who they are owned by.5 months ago
Ashley Strickland, CNN
Antarctica’s emperor penguins at risk of extinction due to the climate crisis
As Antarctica's emperor penguins are increasingly threatened by the climate crisis, the flightless seabirds will receive new protections under the Endangered Species Act, or ESA.5 months ago
Waverly Golden
How does the Hogle Zoo move animals during a fire
The Hogle Zoo holds fire drills periodically in case the real thing occurs, but how does the zoo move animals during a fire?5 months ago
Hafsa Khalil, CNN
Honeybees produce as much electricity as a thunderstorm, study shows
Honey bees create an electric charge during flight as a result of friction in the air. The size of the charge varies between species.5 months ago
Mark Jones
New Elk Management Plan being proposed by DWR
A new 10-year Elk Management Plan is being proposed by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.5 months ago
Adam Small
Recent bear attacks have Utah wildlife officials urging preparedness and caution
Humans and bears can coexist in the wild if humans are prepared, conscientious about food practices, and maintain a healthy fear of the animals.5 months ago
Elizabeth Weiler
DWR is asking for help from Utahns in new poaching investigation
Two bull elk were shot, killed and wasted in Sevier County on two different occasions, Oct. 8 and Oct. 12.5 months ago
Samantha Herrera
DWR gives tips on how to avoid hitting deer on the road this fall
The DWR said because of more low-visibility hours after daylight saving time, it's more likely that drivers will encounter wildlife on the road.5 months ago
Elizabeth Weiler
11 Utahns to be chosen for special hunting permit
Utahns will be able to hunt specific species if they win this wildlife hunting permit. The permit allows a chance unavailable to others.6 months ago
Adam Small
Aggressive deer encounters have wildlife officials encouraging caution
Aggressive deer have wildlife officials giving safety tips on managing encounters with wild animals. Officials say, to keep your distance.6 months ago
Waverly Golden
Tree Utah restoration planting planned for Redwood Nature Area
This upcoming weekend, Tree Utah and volunteers are restoring the Redwood Nature Area.6 months ago
Becky Bruce and Samantha Herrera
Zion National Park announces Fat Squirrel Week… it might not be what you think
Fat Squirrel Week at Zion National Park aims to bring awareness about not feeding the local critters. The park says to pack out what you pack in.6 months ago
Mark Jones
DWR officials taking steps to protect California condors
The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is offering prizes to hunters in the Zion hunting unit to help reduce lead poisoning of the endangered California condors.6 months ago
Britt Johnson
Uptick in mosquitos in Utah caused by recent weather and temperatures
Mosquitos in Utah have seen a growth in population thanks to recent weather. While aggressive, they are not the disease-carrying breed.6 months ago
Adam Small
DWR wants to test deer kills for chronic wasting disease
Though chronic wasting disease isn't prevalent in Utah animals, wildlife officials say they want to keep ahead of potential problems.6 months ago
Britt Johnson and Elizabeth Weiler
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources launches new drone law enforcement team
Utah has created its new drone law enforcement team, designed to get a better look at wildlife crimes like poaching and trespassing.6 months ago
Aubri Wuthrich
Beavers rescued and released in Uintas to rebuild Carter Creek
A family of beavers was relocated with the hope that they will repopulate a formerly thriving beaver habitat.6 months ago
Chris Jacobs
Dog attacks girl in Macey’s parking lot
A teenage Macy's employee was attacked by a dog in the parking lot. A bystander stepped in a shot the dog.6 months ago
Simone Seikaly
Don’t dump unwanted fish into ponds, streams or lakes say Utah officials
unwanted fish left in ponds and lakes can prey on and outcompete native species, including endangered fish. And they can introduce disease.7 months ago
Alejandro Lucero
Professor receives $3 million grant to study algae blooms
The research of harmful algae blooms will take place at Utah Lake, Zion National Park and areas near the California-Nevada border7 months ago
Alejandro Lucero
They’re sun spiders not scorpions says local expert
Sun spiders have ten legs, whereas the scorpion has eight. Still, a Utah expert isn't surprised about the confusion.7 months ago
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