Idaho fish Idaho Biologists Catch and Release Three 10-Foot, 500-Plus Pound Sturgeon Giant sturgeon, the only source of true caviar, were once abundant in America’s rivers. Two hundred years ago, the Hudson, Delaware and other eastern US rivers were the main suppliers of caviar for Europe. During those years, the Russian Czars maintained agents in New York to buy Hudson River
Newsletter Restoring Biodiversity - 1/18/2022 Articles Grizzly bears are not “endangered” as that term is defined by the Endangered Species Act. But, because their restoration has been so successful, they are increasingly in danger from poachers and people who are afraid of them. Bears, including grizzlies, are smart. Moderate hunting makes them very wary of
Who’s Killing the Grizzly Bears of Fremont County? Grizzly bears are not “endangered” as that term is defined by the Endangered Species Act. But, because their restoration has been so successful, they are increasingly in danger from poachers and people who are afraid of them. Bears, including grizzlies, are smart. Moderate hunting makes them very wary of humans.
Cattle The Magic of Cow Manure Animal wastes from confinement feed operations, trapped in giant lagoons, are an environmental disaster. The putrid lagoons and manure piles are rightly criticized for pollution and increasing atmospheric methane. They also poison groundwater and streams and are often so fetid they make areas downwind uninhabitable. The dung and urine of
"Invasion Biology" Drought Busters 101 “Drought Busters” is an inexpensive, quick, physiologically and economically sustainable method of habitat and wildlife restoration. We call it Drought Busters because it increases effective rainfall by rebuilding soil fertility and the soil’s ability to absorb and store water. This video explains Drought Busters, and our experience on how
Newsletter Restoring Biodiversity - 1/11/2021 Articles Animals are much smarter than most people realize and they share enormous group knowledge. Ranchers know their old cows teach the youngsters where to find feed, water, shade and shelter from bad weather. This, and much more, is true of wildlife. Wildlife “management” often ignores individual and group intelligence
Hunting A Review of Some Attacks on the Overkill Hypothesis with Special Attention to Misrepresentations and Doubletalk As discussed in the politically-incorrect paper below, the big animal extinctions in North America 10,000-years ago were caused more by human hunting than climate change. NOTE: this paper was originally published to Academia.edu on December 14, 2022. It was written by Gary Haynes. A review of some attacks
Bio-Diversity Gulleys for Grassland Restoration #3 Eroded galleys can be used to restore desertifying grasslands – alongside creosote bush – without chemicals. Third in a series filmed at Circle Ranch in far-West Texas. NOTE: this post was originally published to this site on July 24, 2017.
Newsletter Restoring Biodiversity - 1/4/2021 Here is what we’ve been reading and writing about over the past two weeks.... Articles As reported and discussed below, there is breakthrough new science on the issue of wild horses. This is a big news because the assumption that wild horses and burros are “exotic” or “invasive” species
Archaeology Wild Horses ARE North American Natives As reported and discussed below, there is breakthrough new science on the issue of wild horses. This is big news because the assumption that wild horses and burros are “exotic” or “invasive” species has driven their mismanagement for the last 50 years. Those assumptions are used to justify the wildlife,
Bighorn Bighorn Sheep Migration Bighorn conservation must go far beyond locking people and their activities off of bighorn range. It is essential that wildlife, people and livelihoods be given equal weight in decisions such as those described in the video below. The primary harm people do to bighorn is caused by human hunting, physical
Bureau of Land Management US Vows to Improve Protections for Wild Horse Adoptions “As described below, the paralysis in resolving the wild horse problem continues. NOTE: this article was originally published to APNews.com on July 27, 2021. It was written by Scott Sonner. RENO, Nev. (AP) — U.S. officials who are trying to adopt out wild horses captured on public land say
Conservation Nevada Board Rejects Proposal to Ban Coyote Killing Contests The article below illustrates (1) the lack of understanding of the need for predators in our natural systems, and (2) why ethical hunting must always be an essential part of our outdoor pursuits. NOTE: this article was originally published to APNews.com on on November 6, 2021. RENO, Nev. (AP)
Newsletter Restoring Biodiversity - 12/21/2021 Articles The authors observe that as climate changes, plants and animals move around. They say this is good, and natural. A discussion of wildlife-friendly fence regulations in Teton County Wyoming. Videos This GameKeeper Scope Film dives deep into the details of a 13 year long study by Texas Parks and
"Invasion Biology" Adjusting the Lens of Invasion Biology to Focus on the Impacts of Climate-driven Range Shifts The authors observe that as climate changes, plants and animals move around. They say this is good, and natural. NOTE: this paper was originally published to Nature.com on on November 14, 2021. It was written by Piper D. Wallingford, Toni Lyn Morelli, Jenica M. Allen, Evelyn M. Beaury, Dana
fencing Updated Wildlife Fencing Regs Balance Wishes of Livestock Owners, Wildlife Advocates A discussion of wildlife-friendly fence regulations in Teton County Wyoming. NOTE: this article was originally published to JHNewsandGuide.com on on November 14, 2021. It was written by Billy Arnold. Commission gave livestock owners and wildlife advocates some of what each wanted — but not everything. Commissioners have green-lighted an update
Newsletter Restoring Biodiversity - 12/14/2021 Articles By embracing sustainable practices, cattle ranchers can play a part in addressing climate change. Planned grazing’s benefits to people, habitat and wildlife are the subject of the article above. Here is a thoughtful article that challenges the “science” behind invasive species “biology”. Videos This video discusses the annual
Bio-Diversity How Cattle Ranchers Can Combat Climate Change “Planned grazing’s benefits to people, habitat and wildlife are the subject of the article below. NOTE: this commentary was originally published to Expressnews.com on December 1, 2021. It was written by Meredith Ellis and Suzanne Scott. Texas relies on the multibillion-dollar cattle industry for economic success and the
"Invasion Biology" It’s Time to Stop Demonizing “Invasive” Species “Here is a thoughtful article that challenges the “science” behind invasive species “biology”. NOTE: this article was originally published to Vox.com on on November 28, 2021. It was written by Marina Bolotnikova. Climate change is forcing some animals to move. Don’t call them “invasives.” Marine ecologist Piper Wallingford
Newsletter Restoring Biodiversity - 12/7/2021 Articles Finally, it's Fat Bear Week -- a most welcome week of healthy competition among brown bears. The depressing thing about EPA’s infrequent poison bans is that the agro-chemical giants soon have a replacement by something even worse, whereupon the decades-long process of health and environmental damage,
chlorpyrifos EPA to Ban Pesticide Chlorpyrifos from Use on Food Crops The depressing thing about EPA’s infrequent poison bans is that the agro-chemical giants soon have a replacement with something even worse, whereupon the decades-long process of health and environmental damage, evaluation, decision and appeal starts all over. NOTE: this article was originally published to Bloomberg Law’s Apple News
Bear Fat Bear Week: It's Time to Weigh in on Katmai National Park's Biggest Bear As described below, the amount of food – in the form of migrating salmon – available to Alaska’s coastal grizzlies is amazing, as is the size many reach after a season spent gorging on live and scavenged fish. NOTE: this article was originally published to CNN.com on September 29, 2021.
Newsletter Restoring Biodiversity - 11/30/3021 Articles The more chemicals and pesticides we use, and the more we destock public ranges across the West, the more our treasured game birds decline. The ubiquitous use of chemicals and poisons, combined with the removal of animal impact, is devastating wildlife. Videos With over 50 (million) years of experience,
birds Wyoming Sage Grouse Counts Fall Again, Marking a 5-year Trend The more chemicals and pesticides we use, and the more we destock public ranges across the West, the more our treasured game birds decline. As usual, the “experts” blame climate change. NOTE: this article was originally published to JHNewsandGuide.com on September 13, 2021. It was written by Angus M.
