Wolverine sightings on the rise in Oregon.

A wolverine was spotted in Oregon, marking the first time the animal has been documented in the state outside its northeastern corner since 1969. The sighting was confirmed by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, which posted a video of the animal crossing a mountain road. Wolverines are known for their endurance and strength and can cover 30 miles per day in search of new territory. The animals are rare in the lower United States, with fewer than 300 in 2020, and are included on Oregon's list of threatened and endangered species. Conservation groups have pushed for federal protection of wolverines under the Endangered Species Act.