Invasive Species: Tamarisk

A closeup of a tamarisk branch showing small, scale-like leaves and clusters of tiny pink flowers.

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…

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Wild Episode 54: Virgin River Program

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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…

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Utah Wildlife News: Woundfin Recovery Efforts

A fish is swimming in the water.

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…

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Wild Valentines

Red songbird perched among green leaves

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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