American highways take tremendous toll on wildlife
Mike Schoonveld
February 10, 2023
The point of this blog is to point out the hypocrisy of which humans are capable.
Wildlife
Pennsylvania Game Commission should be cautious with pine marten introduction
Ron Steffe
February 10, 2023
I hesitate to support bringing back the marten to the wilds of this state because of the problems that two Pennsylvania game birds seem to be facing today. The ruffed grouse is on the menu
Expansion of feral hogs in southern Canada a ‘true concern’ for Minnesota
Eric Morken
February 10, 2023
Invasive swine aren’t just a problem erupting from the southern United States. Large feral pigs are proving they are well adapted to cold climates as their expansion across southern Canada has them nearing the Northwest
Commentary: For conservationists, what was most important issues on a long list?
Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership
February 9, 2023
Here are the conservation issues that convinced the most sportsmen and sportswomen to speak up.
Good time for Illinois DNR to resume Conservation Congress
Gretchen Steele
February 8, 2023
Recently, the conversations at boat ramps, trailheads, parking lots, and barstools have turned to the good old days of the Department of Conservation.
Managing black vulture damage in Illinois
Staff Report
February 8, 2023
While black vultures normally feed on carrion, they may on occasion attack calves, lambs, piglets, and other newborn livestock.
The ‘unpleasant’ migratory bird is protected in Illinois, but agencies team up to offer special
Chickadee-checkoff: A simple way to fund Iowa’s Wildlife Diversity Program
Steve Weisman
February 7, 2023
You can help wildlife on the Iowa State Tax form, via Section 9: Tax Credits and Check-off Contributions. There, Iowans can choose to donate a specific dollar amount to the Chickadee Check-off. Each dollar goes
Wisconsin snowmobilers urged to stay on trails to limit disturbance of sensitive wildlife species
Staff Report
February 7, 2023
The Moquah Barrens, located in the forest’s Washburn Ranger District in Bayfield County, has seen a substantial increase in prohibited off-trail and off-road vehicle use this winter, Brian Heeringa said.
New York DEC: Avoid close encounters with marine mammals
Staff Report
February 7, 2023
The DEC advises keeping a safe distance and refrain from attempting to intervene during stranding events. Stranded animals will need professional medical care and the best way to help is to immediately contact the agency
