An extensive analysis led by the U.S. Geological Survey has found widespread mercury contamination in western habitats and wildlife. Mercury levels varied from place to place, fluctuating with factors such as hydrology and climate. Moreover, …
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Marine Fisheries Service (the Services) finalized a rule on Sept. 27 that sets higher standards for petitions to protect species under the Endangered Species Act. First …
Each wind turbine in Canada kills an average of 15.5 bats per year, adding up to a death toll that could someday threaten populations, according to new research. In Canada’s first comprehensive analysis of wind …
The House Committee on Natural Resources Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held an oversight hearing on Wednesday, Sept. 21, to discuss the status of the federal government’s management of wolves. The hearing took a critical …
It’s not only people who can learn from their elders, but also whooping cranes that tend to follow older generations’ overwintering behaviors, according to new research. As part of a study published in the journal …
On Sept. 22, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed a rule listing the rusty patched bumblebee (Bombus affinis) as endangered under the Endangered Species Act.This is the first time USFWS has considered federal protection …
Flowers might be a hot spot for transmission of bacteria to bees, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing, according to recent research. As part of a study published in the journal Microbial Ecology, researchers …
Keeping with President Gary Potts’ theme of expanding partnerships for wildlife conservation, this year’s Annual Conference in Raleigh, North Carolina, will open on Sunday morning with Partnerships Across the Spectrum of Wildlife Governance, a plenary …
The Arkansas Chapter of The Wildlife Society, in order to promote professional development of student members, created the Student Activities Fund. Each year, student chapters may request funds from the Arkansas Chapter to aid in …
Still thinking about a field trip during the 2016 TWS Annual Conference? Here’s your chance to gain an in-depth experience at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Conference Quick Hits: TWS 2016 conference homepage …
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