conservation
Wild Episode 54: Virgin River Program
In this episode of “Wild”, DWR Southern Region Native Aquatics Biologist Melinda Bennion and Steve Meismer, the Virgin River Program Local Coordinator for the Washington County Water Conservancy District, talk…
Read MoreRed Hills Desert Garden: a refuge for Virgin River Chub
The Red Hills Desert Garden is an oasis located in the red hills overlooking St. George. The garden is maintained by the Washington County Water Conservancy District, a partner agency…
Read MoreUtah Wildlife News: Woundfin Recovery Efforts
In recognition of Endangered Species Day, the Utah Department of Natural Resources highlighted recent conservation successes for the native woundfin. The work reflects ongoing recovery efforts by the Division of Wildlife Resources and its…
Read MoreRiparian Habitat Restoration: Maintaining a Jewel in the Desert
Riparian habitats have been in decline throughout the southwestern U.S. since about 1900, as water management practices (i.e., river damming, channelization, and water diversion) have reduced the frequency and intensity…
Read MoreThe Remarkable Recovery of the Virgin River Chub
Desert Denizen Beautiful and elusive, the Virgin River Chub is the top native predator in the Virgin River. It is a fast, streamlined fish with a sloped forehead, humped back,…
Read MoreBeaver Tales: Southwest Utah’s Ecological Engineers
By Luke Matschek When you look at the seemingly harsh desert landscape and red rock wonderland of southwest Utah, the American beaver (Castor canadensis) might not be the first critter…
Read MoreGila Monsters: Beneath the Scales of Utah’s State Reptile
By Tyson Victor Fall is an excellent time to search for one of Utah’s most iconic creatures, the Gila monster. This large lizard spends most of the summer underground to…
Read MoreThe Endangered Species Act: Celebrating 50 Years of Success in Wildlife Conservation
[Originally posted by the U.S. Department of the Interior] This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), providing the opportunity to reflect on the progress made…
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