Ecologists have long observed predators pursue disproportionately more of a plentiful prey species, and less of scarce prey, but change to the latter if it becomes relatively more abundant. Known as “prey switching,” this phenomenon is ecologically important, because it helps to stabilize wildlife populations. But what if the more abundant prey is more dangerous? Utah State University researchers Aimee …
April 20th, 21st 2017 ODFW Commission Meeting Schedule and Minutes
The documents will be presented (for information only, not adoption) at the upcoming Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting on April 21 in Klamath Falls. The draft Plan will also be presented at a second Commission meeting on May 19 at the Embassy Suites Portland Airport. Public comment is welcome at both meetings or at odfw.commission@state.or.us. Below are some highlights from …
New wolf hybrid takes hold in Maine
MORRILL, Maine (NEWS CENTER) — Maine used to be inhabited by wolves which stalked deer and other animals under the canopy of trees. As Europeans moved in and cleared farmland, the wolves were extirpated. They were a threat to livestock and they did not thrive in the open spaces that were created by farms. The Western coyote moved in. This …
Public Lands Ranching: Destroying our Public Lands and Wilderness
Ranching, environmentally destructive wherever it occurs, is an ongoing tragedy being played out on America’s public lands. Because many of these lands are ill-suited to ranching, damage to the environment is often accompanied by direct or indirect harm to local wildlife. The American people, too, have been victimized by ranching on public lands—betrayed by government officials who have shirked …