Posts Tagged ‘wildlife’
Signs of Spring
Do you watch for robins as a sure sign of spring? Do you look for melting snow or for the first glimpse of flowers? For residents of Washington County, signs…
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…
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…
Read MoreAsk a herpetologist
Learn more about interacting with Utah’s native reptiles and amphibians in the wild! By Megen Kepas, UDWR Native Herpetology Coordinator [Originally posted by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources] Spring in…
Read MoreEndangered Species Mitigation Fund allocates $4.4 million to fund 42 wildlife conservation projects in 2023
[Originally posted by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources] SALT LAKE CITY — A total of $4.4 million was allocated to dozens of wildlife-related projects at the recent annual Utah…
Read More6 easy ways you can help wildlife, in honor of Earth Day
[Originally posted by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources] Utah is home to many wildlife species and spectacular landscapes. Saturday, April 22 is Earth Day, making it a great time…
Read MoreFound a baby bird on the ground? Here’s what to do.
[Originally posted by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources] It’s a beautiful spring day so you decide to go for a nice walk around your neighborhood. You are strolling along…
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