Wildlife - The Durango Herald

First round of public comment reveals divide over Colorado’s gray wolf reintroduction is still wide

Colorado wildlife commissioners heard from ranchers and wildlife advocates hoping to influence the draft plan for bringing wolves back to the Western Slope.

DATE: Jan 20, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Avian flu wreaks more havoc in Colorado egg layers and wild birds

Worst-ever outbreak leads to slaughter of 6 million-plus chickens and has killed enough eagles and other raptors to raise wildlife fears

DATE: Jan 9, 2023 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Birds of prey and hoofed animals among most impacted by human activity in western Colorado

Don’t be fooled by Durango fauna: Most deer aren’t fond of people

DATE: Dec 30, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Bear cubs on the loose

Colorado Parks and Wildlife released two successfully rehabilitated black bear cubs after their mother was killed

DATE: Dec 15, 2022 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

Durango Christmas Bird Count takes flight on Saturday

The ornithologist in your life may be wishing for new binoculars this holiday season

DATE: Dec 14, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Plan calls for 50 northern gray wolves to be released in Colorado over 5 years

Social, political issues will be harder to manage than animals as recovery rolls out on the Western Slope starting in 2024, Colorado species conservation program boss says

DATE: Dec 12, 2022 | CATEGORY: Regional News

Wolf reintroduction could be a chance to support endangered subspecies

Proponents say Colorado Parks and Wildlife plans should consider Mexican gray wolves

DATE: Dec 8, 2022 | CATEGORY: Outdoors

Colorado Parks and Wildlife seeks comment on 14 elk herd management plans

The public may offer input until Dec. 20

DATE: Nov 28, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Animas City Mountain and other trails close Dec. 1

Winter wildlife closures will go into effect for popular trail systems near Durango

DATE: Nov 22, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Officers investigate poaching of 8 deer and elk in San Miguel County

Colorado Parks and Wildlife seek public’s help in investigation

DATE: Nov 21, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Helping himself to Halloween leftover treats

DATE: Nov 4, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Wildlife numbers on the decline in Southwest Colorado, plummeting worldwide

Species threatened locally include Gunnison sage-grouse, Townsend’s big-eared bat and Humpback chub

DATE: Oct 27, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.