Wildlife
Invasive Species: Tamarisk
Across the western United States, wherever you find water, you are likely to find a Tamarisk tree. In the 1800’s tamarisk were brought to the United states from Eurasia as…
Read MoreWild 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 MoreWild Valentines
In the arena of the natural world, victory is achieved by your ability to pass on your genes. That’s why, for most species, love is war. Competition is fierce to…
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