Mexican Gray Wolf Recovery Program Tackles Inbreeding
Politics aside, genetics raise issues in plans to re-populate Southwestern wildlands.
It's Rattlesnake Time; Be Aware, Compassionate, Group Says
Advocates for Snake Preservation conducts outreach programs on venomous reptiles, other species.
Game and Fish Department: Don't Dump Easter Pets at Tucson Lakes
Unwanted animal gifts can harm state efforts to restore native species populations
Abundant Honey Harvest Expected This Year
Southern Arizona beekeepers: Wet winter has led to widespread spring blooms, and that means honey.
Rosemont Copper Mine Hits Roadblock, Air Pollution Permit Overturned
Maricopa County Superior Court says AzDEQ acted “contrary to law”
Gray Wolf Confirmed as Having Been Shot Near Canyon
Animal spotted on North Rim last fall was taken out by hunter mistaking it for coyote.
Bountiful Brilliant Blooms Expected This Spring
Scientists say good wildflower conditions may be manifest in certain Sonoran Desert sites.
Border Security Efforts Clash with Movement of Wildlife
Environmentalists say fencing cuts off many animals; ranchers, others say security is uppermost.
Three Lambs Born to Bighorn Sheep in Catalinas
Two adults found dead since last release to build herd; that effort going well, state wildlife official says.
Female Gray Wolf Wanders in Grand Canyon
Animal was first seen on North Rim earlier this month; wildlife officials confirm species.
More Bighorn Sheep Released North of Tucson
14 sheep scamper uphill to join a dozen surviving from last year's release; more coming Friday.
Bighorn Sheep Release in Santa Catalinas Closed to Public
Arizona Game and Fish spokesman says they don't want crowd control issues, there are 'animal welfare concerns.'
Project Hopes to Photograph Jaguars, Ocelots Near Tucson
Camera traps set up at more than 200 places in mountains surrounding the city.
Bighorn Ram Rejoins Catalinas Herd
Arizona Game and Fish says his return bodes well for pack; good mating season, successful lambing season would bolster group.
Part of Grand Canyon Bison Herd Recently Moved
19 animals taken back to their original home on Arizona Strip; more than 300 remain.
