Jackson Hole Wildlife Journal & Blog

Whitebark Pine: What makes this tree so important?

Whitebark pine trees are crucial to the subalpine ecosystem. Unfortunately, they are under threat due to climate change, disease, and insects. Read on to learn about the role of this tree in its ecosystem and what is being done to save it.

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What happens during the elk rut?

The beginning of fall marks the elk rut, or mating season, when visitors have a chance to witness one of nature's most impressive displays of wildlife behavior. Read on to learn about elk behavior during this incredible time.

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Research Revealed: Coat Color & Disease Resistance in Wolves

Recent scientific findings have revealed a unique disease resistance among wolves with black coats. Click to read more.

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Trip Report: 6-Day Digiscoping Workshop with Swarovski Optik

Digiscoping expert Clay Taylor summarizes the 6-day digiscoping workshop we offered in the spring. Read on to learn about what each day of the workshop looked like, what guests learned, and what amazing animals we saw!

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Research Revealed: Mule deer & winter mortality

This winter proved brutal for Wyoming's mule deer herd. Researchers at the University of Wyoming reported a 100% loss of all radio-collared fawns born in 2022, a 70% loss of collared does, and a 60% loss of collared bucks in the Wyoming Range Mule Deer Herd.

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