Local stakeholders are taking another stab at sage grouse protections in Wyoming, re-drawing a draft map for the third time, and they want public input.
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One ‘tool’ in the ‘toolbox’ — a deep dive on conservation easements in Wyoming
A third of developable land is protected under conservation easements in Teton County. What does that look like across Wyoming?
What’s underneath the surface in Yellowstone?
New imaging shows the volcanic systems underground, and researchers found a huge eruption isn’t likely anytime soon.
Natural gas pipeline for Teton County customers will go through ‘core’ sage grouse habitat
Officials say harm can be mitigated, but conservationists worry the birds’ mating grounds could still be impacted.
Wyoming proposes protecting more land for sage grouse
Their habitat – big, wide open sagebrush landscapes – is popular for ranching, energy development and even the occasional wildfire.
The ‘Path of the Pronghorn’ migration sees far fewer animals this year
Usually around 200 pronghorn make the journey each spring. But this year, officials estimate it was likely roughly 25.
It’s a big tick year in Western Wyoming. Here’s why.
Experts say we may be seeing more ticks because so many mule deer and pronghorn died off this winter, so the creepy crawlers need new hosts.
Sage grouse likely to see increased protections, but conservationists say they need more
In Wyoming, advocates say limiting energy development is key to maintaining a healthy sagebrush habitat for the birds.
