Restoring the ancients; native Wyo fish reclaim some waters
Dozens of prehistoric-looking fish once thrived in the rivers of eastern Wyoming. Work continues to bring several back, though biologists caution some may never return.
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Groups want federal budget to allow sage grouse assessment
Eighty environmental groups have asked U.S. House and Senate leaders to stop adopting budget riders that prevent the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service from writing or issuing Endangered Species Act protections for greater sage grouse.
Sage grouse hunters shot about 7,600 birds in 2019
State’s greater sage grouse team hears criticism that research doesn’t support hunting the imperiled bird, but Game and Fish disagrees.
After hunters kill 874 sage grouse hens, Wyo’s hunt questioned
Last year’s data requires justification of hunting, grouse team-member says. Others contend the dwindling population can support a regulated season.
Wyo Game and Fish issues 2K new elk tags as herds exceed goals
Commission approves seasons, larger hunt with wapiti populations 29% above objective. Re-assessment of CWD-infected Jackson Elk Herd size is postponed.
