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environment2 hours ago•4 min saved

California’s nutria mystery: Oregon-origin theory sparks debate over deliberate release

Genetic analysis links California’s invasive nutria population to Oregon, suggesting deliberate transport rather than natural migration. Nutria are destructive, semi-aquatic rodents that threaten agriculture and waterways in the Central Valley; they reappeared in Merced County after eradication efforts. Since 2017, California has removed about 7,841 nutrias through trapping or sterilization, with officials pondering control options—including hunting—that reflect the ongoing environmental threat.

via Los Angeles Times|

#california #environment #invasive-species

extreme-weather2 months ago•25 min saved

Florida's cold snap triggers iguana cull as green iguanas fall from trees

A cold snap in Florida freezes green iguanas, causing them to drop from trees; residents are gathering and killing the invasive reptiles as part of wildlife management and pest control.

via The Washington Post|

#extreme-weather #florida #hunting-and-fishing

world2 months ago•4 min saved

Dingoes euthanized after tourist death, triggering backlash

Queensland authorities euthanized six dingoes linked to the death of 19-year-old Canadian Piper James on K’gari, drawing backlash from the island’s traditional owners and wildlife experts who warn the move could threaten the small dingo population and genetic diversity, while officials say the pack’s aggressive behavior warranted action.

via CBS News|

#australia #dingoes #euthanasia

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Lone tusker's deadly rampage in Jharkhand leaves 22 dead

Forest officials in Jharkhand are tracking a single-tusked elephant blamed for 22 deaths since January, with tranquilisation attempts failing as over 100 personnel hunt the animal that has moved nightly through villages, highlighting mounting human-elephant conflict driven by habitat loss and encroachment.

via The Guardian|

#elephant #human-elephant-conflict #india

public-policy3 months ago•3 min saved

Massachusetts Announces Public Sessions on Expanding Hunting Opportunities

The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced public listening sessions in Massachusetts to gather input on expanding hunting opportunities, including Sunday hunting, crossbow use, and setback distances, aiming to balance wildlife management, public health, and outdoor traditions.

via Mass.gov|

#hunting #hunting-laws #massachusetts

world3 months ago•4 min saved

Human DNA on mountain lion linked to fatal Colorado attack

A mountain lion in northern Colorado killed a hiker, with human DNA found on its paws, marking Colorado's first fatal mountain lion attack in over 25 years. Authorities euthanized two lions linked to the incident, which occurred in an area with recent lion sightings and attacks, highlighting ongoing wildlife safety concerns.

via The Colorado Sun|

#colorado #dna-evidence #hiker-attack

environment3 months ago•4 min saved

USFWS Threatens to Take Over Colorado's Wolf Management

The Trump administration is threatening to revoke Colorado's authority to manage its wolf reintroduction program, citing alleged violations of management plans, which could halt efforts to restore wolves in the state. Colorado's plan, approved after a 2020 ballot initiative, involves reintroducing wolves from Canada and other regions, but the federal government disputes some of these actions, raising legal and political tensions amid ongoing debates over wolf conservation and management authority.

via Colorado Public Radio|

#colorado #environment #federal-government

world3 months ago•5 min saved

Japan combats record surge in bear encounters and attacks

Japan is experiencing an unprecedented surge in bear attacks, especially in Akita prefecture, prompting extensive safety measures including patrols, tree removal, and deployment of wildlife control tactics, amid concerns over increasing bear populations driven by climate change and habitat changes.

via NBC News|

#bear-attacks #conservation #japan

local-news3 months ago•1 min saved

California Homeowner Threatens Lawsuit Over 550-Pound Bear Living Under House

A 550-pound black bear has been living in the crawl space under a homeowner's house in Altadena, California, causing damage and prompting wildlife officials to set traps and monitor the situation, highlighting the importance of securing crawl spaces to prevent bear intrusions.

via ABC News|

#bear-safety #black-bear #california

environment3 months ago•11 min saved

Britain's Deer Dilemma

Britain's deer population has surged to around two million, causing significant ecological, agricultural, and road safety issues, prompting calls for more aggressive management strategies including culling, fencing, and rewilding with predators like wolves and lynx, though these solutions face social and logistical challenges.

via BBC|

#britain #deer #deer-population

world3 months ago•1 min saved

Kenyans Protest After Elephants Kill Four in a Week

In Kenya, protests erupted after roaming elephants killed four people in a week, driven by resource scarcity and increased elephant movement due to below-average rainfall. Authorities responded by shooting one elephant believed to have caused two deaths and pledged to enhance prevention and response measures, while continuing a compensation program for victims of wildlife conflicts.

via NBC News|

#elephants #human-wildlife-conflict #kenya

world3 months ago•1 min saved

Kenyans Protest After Elephants Kill Four in a Week

In Kenya, protests erupted after elephants killed four people in a week, with experts attributing the increase in elephant sightings and attacks to scarcity of vegetation caused by below-average rainfall, leading to heightened human-wildlife conflict. The Kenya Wildlife Service responded by shooting one elephant believed to be involved and pledged to enhance prevention and response measures.

via ABC News|

#elephants #human-wildlife-conflict #kenya

environment3 months ago•4 min saved

Maryland Deer Hunters Harvest Over 27,600 During Firearms Season

Maryland hunters harvested 27,620 deer during the two-week firearm season, a 10.4% decrease from last year but close to the five-year average, with variations across regions and deer types, reflecting typical fluctuations influenced by environmental factors.

via Maryland.gov|

#deer-hunting #environment #firearm-season

environment3 months ago•4 min saved

U.S. House Approves Bill to Remove Gray Wolves from Endangered Species List

The US House of Representatives passed a bill to remove federal protections for gray wolves nationwide, aiming to give states more control over wolf management, despite concerns from environmental groups about potential threats to wolf populations and legal protections.

via WPR|

#endangered-species #environment #federal-protections

environment3 months ago•3 min saved

Chronic Wasting Disease Spreads Further in Tennessee

Chronic wasting disease (CWD) in Tennessee whitetail deer is spreading eastward, with the first positive test in Wayne County confirming its presence in 20 counties. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency maintains restrictions on carcass movement and feeding within the CWD Management Zone to control its spread, and hunters are encouraged to participate in testing programs to aid surveillance efforts.

via WTVC|

#chronic-wasting-disease #cwd-zones #deer