Wildlife

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

December 18, 2021

As visitor pressure rises, public land managers face new challenges

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

December 2, 2021

Two orphaned moose calves in Silverton prompt reminder to give animals their space

Sightings across Southwest Colorado have been more frequent this year

November 22, 2021

Report: Common ground can be found among those who support, oppose wolf reintroduction

Working to minimize livestock conflicts and compensating loss appeals to both sides

November 15, 2021

Fight over wolf protections goes before federal judge

A wolf on a Colorado Parks and Wildlife game camera is seen June 30, 2020, in Moffat County. (Colorado Parks…

November 12, 2021

Technology is reshaping how we interact with wildlife

Doorbell and trail cameras have boosted wildlife sightings. Does that help or hurt our relationship to animals?

November 11, 2021

Colorado Parks and Wildlife asks residents to put away yard hazards

Mule deer can tangle themselves in hammocks and holiday decorations during rutting season

November 10, 2021

With end of daylight saving, wildlife and highway officials remind drivers to be aware

Earlier nightfall increases risk of animal-vehicle collisions

November 6, 2021

In Colorado, wildlife disease is the next frontier of climate change

Warmer temperatures, limited surveillance could make illnesses harder to control

November 4, 2021

U.S. Forest Service signals approval for Purgatory Resort expansion

Ski area wants to install a new quad lift, provide more beginner trails

November 3, 2021

In Durango, ranchers meet with conservationists about wolf reintroduction

Workshop speaker says it’s crucial for those in agriculture to share their experiences

November 3, 2021

Drivers in Southwest Colorado will soon look up and see – elk?

Massive wildlife crossing on U.S. Highway 160 between Durango and Pagosa Springs takes shape

October 29, 2021

Southwest Colorado sees increase in mountain lion sightings

Parks and Wildlife reports 110 sightings in Area 15 this year

October 28, 2021

Colorado governor boasts zero shark attacks; here’s the story of New Mexico’s lone incident

Polis’ joke raises questions about an encounter with a sand tiger’s prolonged teeth in the high desert

October 19, 2021

U.S. formally removes Colorado River fish’s endangered status

Environmentalists oppose the change

October 18, 2021

Mesa Verde National Park begins horse roundup

National Mustang Association Colorado Chapter is assisting with process, training and eventual adoptions

October 11, 2021

Family fearful of mountain lions rescued by helicopter north of Durango

‘We decided that we needed to have them extricated sooner than later,’ said search and rescue official

October 5, 2021

Arrest affidavit reveals details of fatal hunting incident in Dolores County

Pennsylvania man faces charge of criminally negligent homicide

September 21, 2021

72 hours in Durango: Moose seen near Colorado Trail, tours neighborhoods, gets drugged

Wildlife officials move animal to San Juan National Forest

September 10, 2021

Roundup of 733 mustangs begins in northwest Colorado

BLM removing 80% of the wild horses in Sand Wash Basin after rangeland turns to ‘moon dust’

September 5, 2021

Newly discovered trout to be restored in Wolf Creek headwaters

San Juan cutthroat to be stocked in 2022, after non-native fish removed

August 26, 2021

Videos highlight need to keep trash, vehicles secure during bear ‘food frenzy’

Bruins packing on the pounds before winter hibernation

August 17, 2021

U.S. plans 50% more wild horse roundups amid Western drought

Critics say ranchers don’t want mustangs competing with livestock for limited resources

August 4, 2021

Mountain lion on Durango river trail relocated

This juvenile mountain lion was observed near the Island Cove Mobile Home Park in late June. Officers with Colorado Parks…

August 3, 2021