Wildlife - The Durango Herald

Ranchers argue new wolf hazing rule isn’t a solution to predation

Livestock owner questions why he can kill other predators, but not wolves

DATE: Jan 17, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Citizen science takes flight with annual bird counts

Christmas tallies boost research and conservation

DATE: Jan 16, 2022 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

Documentary focuses on biologists’ effort to save San Juan cutthroat trout after 416 Fire

‘The Fish & the Flame’ shows government agencies working with private land owners to save fish

DATE: Jan 9, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Powerhouse Science Center features ‘Living With Wolves’

Artists’ exhibit seeks to educate public about benefits wolves bring to Colorado landscapes

DATE: Jan 7, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Mesa Verde National Park sees beavers as a restoration tool

The ‘ecological engineers’ are key to enhancing riparian waters along Mancos River

DATE: Jan 6, 2022 | CATEGORY: Local News

Suspect arrested in bow-and-arrow killing of bear near Taos

ALBUQUERQUE – A suspect has been arrested in the shooting of a bear with a bow and arrow near Taos, New Mexico, in October. The Albuquerque Journal reported Friday a man was charged in T...

DATE: Dec 26, 2021 | CATEGORY: New Mexico

Conservation partners target 300,000 acres in Southwest Colorado

Rocky Mountain Restoration Initiative unites wildlife protection with wildfire mitigation

DATE: Dec 24, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Colorado Parks and Wildlife sees banner year for kokanee spawn

Southwest Colorado will send a surplus of eggs to supplement other hatcheries in state

DATE: Dec 23, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Public lands group sues Forest Service for appraisals in controversial land swap

Colorado Wild Public Lands seeking property values in federal land exchange with private landowner near Pagosa Springs

DATE: Dec 20, 2021 | CATEGORY: Local News

Trail closures give wildlife a critical winter refuge

Mule deer struggle the most with rising pressure from recreation

DATE: Dec 19, 2021 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

As visitor pressure rises, public land managers face new challenges

Education, partnerships are vital tools for handling recreation growth in Southwest Colorado

DATE: Dec 2, 2021 | CATEGORY: Southwest Life

Some public lands to close for winter to protect wildlife

Closures beginning Dec. 1 will help mule deer and elk through the colder months

DATE: Nov 25, 2021 | 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.