Mule Deer
Did You Know??
- Marathon Migrators: Some mule deer trek over 240 miles one way on annual migrations.
- Memory Mappers: They follow ancestral migration corridors year after year, guided by cognitive maps!
- Fence-Clearing Pros: Expert jumpers, mule deer can clear 8-foot fences in a single bound.
- Green Wave Surfers: By timing migrations with the spring they maximize nutrition—but development along routes can disrupt this crucial journey.
- Tail-Flaggers: Their large white rump patch flashes like a flag when fleeing, instantly warning other deer of danger across the landscape.
In The Media!
In 2016, researchers in Wyoming discovered the world's longest migration of mule deer. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Wolverine
Did You Know??
- Bone Crushers: Wolverines can crush frozen bones with powerful jaws, eating every scrap even through ice-packed snow.
- Giant Territories: A male’s range can exceed 500 square miles—about the size of New York City.
- Snow Pantries: They stash meat in snow pits, returning weeks later to perfectly preserved meals.
- Delayed Births: Mating in summer, embryos wait until winter to implant, timing births for deep-snow dens.
- Super Sniffers: Their sense of smell is up to seven times better than a retriever’s, detecting carrion under two feet of snow.
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian.
Elk
Did You Know??
- Speedy Starters: Elk calves can stand and sprint alongside mom just two hours after birth.
- Antler Supergrowth: During summer, a bull’s antlers can grow over 1 inch per day, faster than any other mammal appendage.
- Bugle Power: A bull’s bugle can hit 4,000 Hz, making it one of the highest‑frequency calls in the animal kingdom, carrying clear across valleys.
- Mud Spa Tradition: Bulls dig shallow wallows and urinate in them, coating their antlers and fur with scented mud to attract mates.
- Mineral Managers: Elk visit natural salt licks daily, consuming minerals that help maintain strong bones and nutritious milk for calves.
In The Media!
Wyoming elk are windows into appreciating the most cutting-edge principles in large landscape conservation on Earth. Yet looming over the fate of elk in Greater Yellowstone are loss of habitat and the scourge of CWD. Click the link icon to read more from Yellowstonian!
North American Porcupine
Did You Know??
- Quill Quick-Draw: A porcupine can shoot quills up to a foot away when threatened—like nature’s own pin-cushion pop!
- Odor Overload: When frightened, they release a garlic-like musk that can ward off predators from miles away.
- Winter Surfers: In deep snow, porcupines use their quills as traction to “ski” down slopes instead of sinking.
- Garden Guards: Their bark-munching creates patches of sunlight at forest edges, boosting wildflower and seedling growth.
- Longevity Champs: Wild porcupines live up to 10 years.
American Badger
Did You Know??
- Coyote Cooperation: Badgers and coyotes have been observed hunting together! Coyotes flush rodents, badgers dig them out, and both share the feast.
- Den Domes: A single burrow can sprawl over 30 feet with dozens of entrances; after badgers leave, foxes and owls move in.
- Embryo Pause: Mated in summer, badger embryos freeze until winter, ensuring kits are born when food is plentiful.
- Burrowing Badgers: Built like tanks, badgers use their strong claws to burrow up to 30 feet per hour!
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian.
Golden Eagle
Did You Know??
- In a hunting dive, golden eagles can hit speeds of up to 200 mph, making them the second-fastest birds on Earth.
- Their massive nests can exceed 20 feet tall, weigh hundreds of pounds, and span over 8 feet across.
- Golden eagles often mate for life and return to the same cliff ledge year after year to breed.
- Their vision is up to eight times sharper than a human’s, they can spot a rabbit from more than a mile high.
- While most live 20–30 years in the wild, some individuals have been recorded living into their 40s.
In The Media!
Lead poisoning is a common, deadly threat to raptors,but this eagle fought back. This golden eagle arrived barely able to stand, her blood toxic with record lead levels. After 92 days of intensive rehab, she now flies free. Click the link icon above to read more!
Striped Skunk
Did You Know??
- Kits can spray: Striped skunk kits are born blind and striped—and amazingly, they can fire off their first defensive spray just eight days after birth.
- Master marksmen: Skunks can accurately aim a yellowish mist up to 15 feet, targeting threats head‑on to keep predators at a distance.
- Recharge required: After a hefty spray, it takes about 10 days for a skunk’s scent glands to fully refill, so they reserve blasts for truly dangerous encounters.
- Eye‑sting effect: Skunk spray’s sulfurous chemicals don’t just smell horrid—they can sting your eyes so badly you’ll tear up and blink uncontrollably for several minutes.
- Cozy communal dens: Though usually solitary, skunks will share insulated leaf-and-grass nests in winter, huddling together to conserve warmth during torpor.
American Mink
Did You Know??
- Super Swimmers: Mink can swim up to 3 hrs in warm water, but only about 30 min in cold.
- Fresh Homes: They never reuse dens—always find or make a new one.
- Stink Blast: Mink spray a powerful stink up to a foot—worse than a skunk!
- Land Sprinters: Mink can chase prey over half a mile from water.
- Brain Regrowth: Farm mink that escape can regrow their brains to wild size!
In The Media!
Have you had the pleasure of watching a mink in the wild? Pamela Underhill Karaz shares her story. Click the link icon to read more!
Black Footed Ferret
Did You Know??
- Black-footed ferrets are the only ferret species native to North America, relying almost exclusively on prairie dogs for food and shelter.
- Over 90% of a ferret’s life is spent underground in prairie dog burrows, emerging only at night to hunt.
- They were thought extinct in the wild until a last tiny population was discovered in Wyoming, in 1981.
- Conservationists deliver plague vaccine in “prairie dog sausage” baits to protect ferrets from deadly sylvatic plague.
In The Media!
Wyoming’s black-footed ferrets, thought extinct until a ranch dog’s 1981 discovery, still battle plague, habitat loss, and tiny populations in their fragile comeback. Click the link icon above to read more.
Wood Frog
Did You Know??
- Freeze-and-Thaw Masters: Wood frogs can freeze solid up to their hearts—then thaw and resume hopping as if nothing happened.
- Glucose Antifreeze: When winter hits, their liver floods their blood with glucose, preventing ice damage to vital organs.
- Masked Marchers: Their dark eye “masks” help cut glare from sun and water, acting like natural sunglasses during migrations.
- Early Soundtrack: Wood frogs are among the first frogs to call each spring, creating nighttime symphonies in vernal pools.
- Puddle Migrators: Wood frogs travel up to half a mile from forests to breeding pools each spring, facing traffic and predators on the way.
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Raccoon
Did You Know??
- Water Washers: Raccoons wet their food to better feel it with their super-sensitive paws.
- Big Brains: These clever critters can remember solutions to puzzles for years.
- Night Ninjas: Excellent night vision helps them thrive after dark.
- Lock Pickers: Raccoons can open latches and locks with ease.
- Tree Tricks: They climb down trees headfirst thanks to rotating back feet.
- Chatty Creatures: They use 200+ sounds to communicate.
Chipmunk
Did You Know??
- A single chipmunk can stash up to 165 acorns in one day, gathering enough in just 48 hours to survive an entire winter.
- Their cheek pouches can balloon to three times the size of their head, packing in 12 acorns or over 70 sunflower seeds in one haul.
- Chipmunks don’t truly hibernate, instead they enter daily torpor, snoozing underground but waking on warm afternoons all winter to snack on their hidden caches.
- These tiny dynamos can sprint over 8 miles per hour to dart from danger or race back to their tunnels.
- In the wild, chipmunks can live up to eight years, outlasting many other small rodents in the forest floor community.
In The Media!
Every robin, chipmunk, and cottontail tells a story. The Commoners shows why our everyday wildlife deserves just as much wonder. click the link icon above to read more.
Artist Spotlight: Helen Seay
Helen Seay is a visual artist based in the Teton region whose work evokes the spiritual connection and energetic vitality of wildlife. Her vibrant paintings blend realistic animal forms with imaginative visions, drawing the viewer into a deeper understanding of “the cosmic energy within all beings”
“I begin with a vision or an emotion of this spirit… Eyes gazing intently at the viewer begs their consciousness into the divine realities and interconnectedness of nature.”
Helen Seay’s Wild Journeys mural stands as a luminous testament to wildlife and ecology—an inspired blend of artistry, storytelling, and conservation. Her work is not just visually stunning but deeply impactful, fostering connection, education, and stewardship in the heart of Jackson Hole's public space..
Click Here to Explore Helen Seay's work!
Mountain Lion
Did You Know??
- Mountain lions boast over forty English names from cougar and puma to catamount and painter.
- A single cat’s territory can span more than one thousand square miles as it patrols for food and mates.
- These stealthy hunters can launch themselves forty-five feet horizontally or leap twenty feet straight up.
- Cougar cubs are born with spots, ringed tails, and bright blue eyes before their adult coats emerge.
- They’re the largest purring cat in the world able to purr continuously while breathing.
In The Media!
The Cougar Fund champions ethical mountain lion conservation in Wyoming. They push for science-based policy and transparency in predator management. Click the link icon above to explore their mission and take action for Wyoming’s cougars.
Hummingbird
Did You Know??
- Hummingbirds can hover perfectly still for over 30 seconds, flapping their wings up to 80 times per second.
- They burn so much fuel that without feeding constantly they’d starve in under an hour.
- Their vision includes ultraviolet light, letting them see flower “nectar guides” invisible to us.
- In courtship dives, males can pull nearly 10 G of force—more than astronauts experience at launch.
- At night many enter torpor, dropping their body temperature and heart rate so low they lose up to 6 percent of their weight while they sleep.
In The Media!
Follow hummingbirds’ epic migrations on Audubon’s interactive Bird Migration Explorer, see exactly when and where these tiny travelers will buzz by your area. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Pronghorn
Did You Know??
- Panoramic Vision: Pronghorn eyes sit high on their heads, giving them nearly 360° vision, they can spot you sneaking up from behind!
- Heart of a Runner: Their hearts can weigh over 5 lbs, about 5% of their body weight, fueling those record-breaking sprints.
- Ultrasound Ears: Pronghorn hear up to 13 kHz, letting them detect high-frequency predator footfalls from yards away.
- Thermal Radiators: Their nasal passages act like car radiators, cooling incoming air and warming outgoing air to conserve energy in Wyoming’s extremes.
- Migration Marvels: Wyoming pronghorn make one of the continent’s longest land migrations, over 150 miles using ancestral trails now mapped by GPS collars.
In The Media!
A critical “Path of the Pronghorn” bottleneck recenty leased for development at $19/acre, threatening one of North America’s longest land migrations. Click the link icon above to learn more.
Common Raven
Did You Know??
- Ravens can remember human faces and hold grudges against those who have threatened them.
- They hide food in hundreds of cache sites and will even pretend to hide it if watched by rivals.
- Ravens understand cause and effect, passing the “mirror test” of self-recognition—a rare feat in birds.
- Their vocal mimicry can include as many as 30 distinct sounds, from snapping twigs to car alarms.
- Young ravens form “play gangs,” swooping and tumbling in midair long before they learn to hunt.
In The Media!
Explore Yellowstone’s “wolf birds”, discover how ravens and wolves team up for epic feasts, playful interactions, and surprising social bonds. Click the link icon above to learn more!
American Fisher
Did You Know??
- Despite its name, the fisher doesn’t eat fish. Instead, the name comes from “fitch,” which refers to a polecat—a similar-looking mammal native to parts of Europe and Asia.
- Fisher cats tend to favor coniferous trees, including spruce, white cedar and fir. They live on their own and are active during the day and night.
- The loss of large stretches of coniferous forests and excessive trapping has led to declines in fisher populations, but reforestation has helped them rebound in certain areas.
- Fishers are one of the few predators for porcupines. They flip the porcupines over to avoid their sharp quills when they eat them.
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian. .
Red Tailed Hawk
Did You Know??
- In hunting dives they can exceed 118 mph, rivaling some of the fastest birds in level flight
- They often mate for life, reusing and adding to massive stick nests that can tip the scales at over a thousand pounds
- Recorded prey has ranged from voles and rabbits to lambs and newborn fawns, plus carrion from sheep and cattle
- Red tailed hawks can differentiate between venomous and non venomous snakes!
In The Media!
Meet Hardeman—the red-tailed hawk who survived a collision and now soars into hearts as an educational ambassador at Teton Raptor Center. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Greater Sage Grouse
Did You Know??
• They cruise at 48 mph and can burst to 60 mph to dodge predators. •Sage Grouse lack a muscular crop, so they rely entirely on sage leaves and insects for water and nutrients.• Scientists use robotic female decoys—and real males sometimes try to court them.• Most live 1–3 years, but a few tough birds have survived up to 10 years in Wyoming’s winters.
In The Media!
Wyoming’s conservation plan recommends just a few special places to ethically view sage-grouse, so witnessing their spring spectacle is a true privilege. Explore Game & Fish’s official viewing guide by clicking the link icon above!
Cutthroat Trout
Did You Know??
- State Icon: Designated Wyoming’s official state fish in 1987, cutthroats embody the spirit of pristine mountain streams.
- Name Meaning: Their name comes from the vivid red slash beneath each jaw, a signature marking shared by all subspecies.
- Conservation Champions: Agencies and volunteers work year-round to restore riparian plantings, install fish-friendly culverts, and reintroduce pure strains to historic habitats.
- Keystone Prey: Beyond angler lore, cutthroat trout sustain bears, river otters, mink, and eagles—key connections in the aquatic food web.
- Economic Impact: In Montana, Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico alone, anglers spent nearly $1.7 billion in 2006 on fishing-related expenses.
Coyote
Did You Know??
- Statewide Survivors: Coyotes roam every one of Wyoming’s 23 counties, from desert basins to alpine tundra.
- Sagebrush Dwellers: Coyotes often den in abandoned badger or ground squirrel burrows hidden in sagebrush flats, using native shrubland as nursery grounds.
- Vocal Variety: They use more than 12 distinct vocalizations to communicate social cues and coordinate packs.
- Rodent Rangers: A single coyote can consume over 600 rodents annually, playing a crucial role in controlling pest populations.
In The Media!
A powerful reflection on identity and freedom unfolds as CMarie Fuhrman encounters a coyote caught in a trap—what does it mean to be bound, and how do we break free? Click the link icon to read more!
American Bison
Did You Know??
- White Buffalo Rarity: True white bison appear just once in about 10 million births and symbolize hope and renewal.
- Grazing Giants: Weighing around 2,000 lbs, bison migrate each spring from Yellowstone’s high plateaus to river valleys in search of fresh grasses.
- Ecosystem Engineers: Their grazing and wallowing create diverse microhabitats that benefit plants, insects, and waterbirds.
- Conservation Comeback: From just 325 survivors in 1884 to about 5,000 in Yellowstone and 30,000 across the West, bison show how dedicated efforts can restore a species.
In The Media!
A sacred moment in Yellowstone: A rare white bison calf was born, fulfilling an ancient Indigenous prophecy. Revered as both a blessing and a warning, the calf’s arrival urges unity and environmental stewardship. Click the link icon to read more!
Gray Wolf
Did You Know??
- A gray wolf’s nose is so powerful it can detect prey more than a mile away.
- Wolves can sprint up to 43 mph and keep up the chase for nearly 20 minutes, covering miles in a single hunt.
- Packs are true family units, wolves will sometimes risk their own lives to defend an injured packmate.
- By 1945 gray wolves were nearly wiped out in Wyoming, but after their 1995–96 reintroduction, around 350 now roam the state.
- A single wolf can patrol or follow prey for up to 124 miles in a single day.
- Although delisted in 2016, wolves still spark lively debates over how best to manage and protect these iconic predators.
Wolf #24F – Teton Pack
Did You Know??
• Wolf 24F began her life with the Soda Butte Pack, one of the very first families reintroduced to Yellowstone in 1995. • In 1999 she made history by birthing the first wolf pups in Grand Teton National Park in over 70 years. • Back in 1998, 24F struck out on her own with #133 M from the Washakie Pack, forming the “Teton Duo” and laying the groundwork for today’s thriving Teton Pack. • Thanks to bold translocations and natural dispersal, descendants of 24F and her kin now bolster multiple packs around Jackson Hole, helping to rebalance elk herds and sculpt riparian corridors. • From her humble beginnings to her legendary matriarch status, Wolf 24F’s story is a testament to the resilience and magic of Wyoming’s wild heart.
In The Media!
Wolf 24F—lone Soda Butte pup turned Teton Pack founder—sparked wolf recovery. Click the link icon above to learn more!.
American Bison
Did You Know??
- White Buffalo Rarity: True white bison appear just once in about 10 million births and symbolize hope and renewal.
- Grazing Giants: Weighing around 2,000 lbs, bison migrate each spring from Yellowstone’s high plateaus to river valleys in search of fresh grasses.
- Ecosystem Engineers: Their grazing and wallowing create diverse microhabitats that benefit plants, insects, and waterbirds.
- Conservation Comeback: From just 325 survivors in 1884 to about 5,000 in Yellowstone and 30,000 across the West, bison show how dedicated efforts can restore a species.
In The Media!
A sacred moment in Yellowstone: A rare white bison calf was born, fulfilling an ancient Indigenous prophecy. Revered as both a blessing and a warning, the calf’s arrival urges unity and environmental stewardship. Click the link icon to read more!
Mountain Bluebird
Did You Know??
- Mountain bluebirds can see ultraviolet patterns on berries, helping them pinpoint the juiciest treats in winter.
- A single bluebird pair hunts up to 3,000 insects each week for their nestlings during peak feeding.
- These birds can live over 10 years in the wild, often returning to the same territory each spring.
- Bluebirds have been known to use old woodpecker holes if nest boxes aren’t available.
- In courtship, males perform a “sky dance,” spiraling up and then plummeting back down in a rapid dive.
Grizzly 399
Did You Know??
- Celebrity Bear: Grizzly 399 became the most photographed grizzly in the world. At the height of her fame, hundreds of cars would line up to catch a glimpse of her and her cubs near Pilgrim Creek.
- Supermom: She raised at least 18 cubs in her lifetime, including multiple sets of triplets and a rare set of quadruplets in 2020.
- Remarkably Old: At 28 years old, she was the oldest known wild grizzly in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem still successfully raising cubs.
- Wildlife Icon: Her close proximity to humans changed how people view grizzlies—transforming her into a symbol of coexistence and inspiring volunteer efforts to protect wildlife.
In The Media!
Grizzly 399 symbolizes respect and our bond with the wild. From raising her cubs to teaching conservation, she deserves to rest where she ran free, her legacy in our hearts. Click the link icon to read more!
Muskrat
Did You Know??
• These marsh engineers can stay submerged for up to 20 minutes! • Despite the name, muskrats are more closely related to voles and lemmings than to rats. • Unlike beavers, they never stockpile food—muskrats tunnel channels under ice and mud to reach fresh plants every single day. • Their trademark “musky” scent comes from special glands near the tail and serves as an all-important territorial marker.
In The Media!
Muskrats aren’t pests—they’re vital wetland architects that keep our marshes thriving. Separate fact from fiction... Click the link icon above to read more!
Bald Eagle
Did You Know??
- A bald eagle’s grip is powerful enough to exert 400 pounds per square inch—stronger than a T. rex’s bite!
- Their nests are engineering marvels: the largest recorded weighed over two tons and measured 20 feet deep and 8 feet wide.
- Eagles can spot a fish just two inches below the water’s surface while hovering 100 feet overhead.
- Unlike most birds, eagles maintain lifelong pair bonds; some pairs have nested together for over 30 years.
- During courtship, they perform death-defying dive displays, locking talons and spiraling down before breaking apart at the last second.
In The Media!
This is the recovery story of a Wyoming bald eagle: she got a wing pin, crushed her flight-barn workouts, and now she’s soaring free over Wyoming. Click the link icon above to learn more.
Great Horned Owl
Did You Know??
- Skunk‑Proof Predators: Great horned owls can eat skunks without flinching, immune to their spray!
- Powerful Grip: Their talons crush with up to 500 PSI—enough to carry prey three times their weight.
- Dinosaur‑Style Vision: Their tubular eyes are fixed in place like those of dinosaurs, so they rotate their heads up to 270° to see all around.
- Snow‑Sense Hearing: They can pinpoint mice scuttling under a foot of snow using “binocular hearing.”
- Continental Champs: From Arctic forests to tropical lowlands, these owls live across every American continent, showing off incredible adaptability.
In The Media!
Tiny talons, big triumph! This summer, a few orphaned Great Horned Owl chicks got a second chance at wild freedom—thanks to clever re-nesting and some feather-friendly humans. Curious how it all unfolded? Click the link icon to read more!
Wolf 840M
Did You Know??
- Wolf 840M lived at least 13 years—the oldest wolf ever documented in Wyoming.
- He mastered trap avoidance and vanished from game cameras for nearly a decade (2013–2022).
- He crossed into Idaho’s Teton Valley to join the Chagrin River Pack on the Tetons’ western slopes.
- Wyoming is home to over 40 wolf packs and more than 300 wolves statewide.
- Gray wolves in northwest Wyoming are managed as trophy game; elsewhere they’re classed as predatory.
- A wolf’s howl can travel up to 10 miles, and their sense of smell is about 100 × stronger than ours.
In The Media!
Wolf 840M defied traps and time to become Wyoming’s oldest wolf. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Prairie Dog
Did You Know??
- Advanced Language: Their alarm calls describe size, shape, and color of predators—an animal communication record-breaker!
- Burrow Architects: Some towns sprawl over thousands of acres, with tunnel networks as ventilated as human-built HVAC systems.
- Plague Warning: Sudden silence in a colony often signals a plague outbreak, wiping out over 95% of residents within days.
- Eavesdropping Allies: Grassland birds like curlews eavesdrop on prairie dog calls to dodge predators too—wildlife teamwork in action!
- Nutrient Cyclers: Their digging brings nutrients to the surface, boosting plant growth and supporting diverse prairie life.
In The Media!
What are prairie dogs chattering about? Tap the link to explore their underground cities, bark-language secrets, and quirky social lives—proof they’re far more than pests.
Magpie
Did You Know??
- Magpies are one of the few non-mammal species proven to recognize themselves in a mirror.
- They have been observed holding what look like “funerals,” gathering around deceased magpies and making loud calls.
- These birds can imitate human speech and other sounds, even the chirps of songbirds and the clanging of metal.
- Magpies carry grudge-like memories—individuals remember humans who treated them kindly or poorly for years.
In The Media!
Learn how magpies can remember your face for years, trust you with their nests, and forge genuine cross-species friendships. Click the link icon above to learn more.
Canada Lynx
Did You Know?
- Elusive Predator- A lone tom in the Gros Ventre Range in 2022 marked the first sighting in over a decade.
- Little Habitat Remains- These wildcats need intact boreal forests rich in snowshoe hares, yet only about 10% of Greater Yellowstone remains suitable, and even those pockets are fragmented by fire and development.
- A Rare Gem- Fewer than 2,000 lynx remain south of Canada!
In The Media!
USFWS’s Draft Recovery Plan considers reintroducing lynx for recovery. Click the link icon above to read more!
Trumpeter Swan
Did You Know??
- North America's Biggest Waterfowl: Trumpeter swans are the largest native waterfowl on the continent, with wingspans up to 8 feet and weights reaching 30 pounds!
- Beaver Builders' Best Friends: In Yellowstone and Grand Teton, swans often nest on beaver dams or lodges—raised islands that protect them from floods and predators.
- Comeback Kings: Once nearly extinct in the Lower 48 due to hunting and habitat loss, trumpeter swans have made an incredible recovery thanks to decades of conservation.
- No Voice Lessons Needed: Their deep, trumpet-like call gives them their name—and makes them one of the loudest waterfowl.
- Family First Flyers: Mated pairs stick together for life, and their cygnets stay with them nearly a year, learning how to survive and migrate.
In The Media!
Discover how Yellowstone’s trumpeter swans—from near-extinction to thriving flocks—show the impact of conservation in ‘Swan Songs and Trumpets of Biological Recovery.’ This feature highlights the importance of protecting wildlife across generations.
American Marten
Did You Know??
- A richness of martens: A group of martens is called a “richness,” reflecting their solitary nature when not breeding.
- Snowshoe feet: In winter, long hairs grow between their toepads, allowing martens to run atop deep snow.
- Underwater athletes: Exceptional swimmers, pine martens can dive and paddle through water to catch prey or escape predators.
- Chuckle communicators: Though usually silent, martens use huffs, chuckles, and shrill calls to communicate with rivals or mates.
- Secret seed planters: By eating berries and passing intact seeds, martens help disperse plants and maintain forest diversity..
In The Media!
Modern marten trapping is largely a relic of the past—no longer needed for survival—and this article challenges us to rethink trapping traditions in favor of coexistence. Click the link icon to read more!
Red Fox
Did You Know??
- Red foxes can hear mice moving three feet under snow and use a high-arching leap to dive in and catch them mid-scamper.
- They often hunt using Earth’s magnetic field, lining up their pounces with magnetic north to increase accuracy.
- Their tracks are neat and straight because they walk with their back paws landing exactly where their front paws stepped.
- Red foxes are surprisingly vocal — they can make over 40 different sounds to communicate!
- Each front paw has a special extra toe (a dewclaw) that helps them grip slippery terrain.
In The Media!
Against the odds, a three-legged Wyoming fox becomes a symbol of survival and adaptability. Click to read his story.
Osprey
Did You Know??
- Hover Masters: Ospreys can hover in place for up to a minute by facing headwind and beating their wings in a figure-eight—like a helicopter in feathers!
- Ultraviolet Vision: They see ultraviolet light, allowing them to spot fish schools by detecting UV-reflective patterns on water.
- Nose-Neck Dive Bomb: Ospreys sometimes fold their wings back into a "V" and plunge headfirst like kestrels before extending their talons at the last second.
- Global Travelers: Individual ospreys have been recorded migrating over 5,000 miles round-trip between Alaska and Chile.
In The Media!
Clean roads save raptors. A single toss of trash can turn deadly, just ask the osprey entangled in roadside debris. Each spring and fall, the Teton Raptor Center clears two miles of Highway 22 to fight back against litter-linked entanglements. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Swallow
Did You Know??
• A single barn swallow can devour up to 850 insects in one day, making them nature’s tiny pest patrol. • Some swallows migrate over 7,000 miles each year, journeying from Wyoming all the way to southern Africa and back. • Cliff swallow colonies can host more than 2,000 gourd-shaped mud nests, each built from thousands of tiny pellets. • They have almost no leg muscle for hopping, once on the ground, they flop and shuffle until they can fly again. • Every spring, males return to the exact same nest site, even if their old mud nest has crumbled to dust.
Western Meadowlark
Did You Know??
- Some males may have multiple mates, and they defend their territories by singing.
- In Native American cultures, the meadowlark is often seen as a messenger and a symbol of sociability and communication.
- While humans may not be able to distinguish between male and female meadowlarks, scientists have discovered that females reflect ultraviolet light differently than males
- The Western Meadowlark holds the distinction of being the state bird of six states: Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, and Wyoming
American Beaver
Did You Know??
- Nature’s Engineers: Beavers drastically shape their environment—building dams, lodges, and wetlands that support hundreds of species.
- Orange Teeth, Strong Bite: Their orange front teeth are packed with iron, making them super strong—perfect for chewing through hardwoods like willow and aspen.
- Tail Talk: Their flat, paddle-like tails help them swim, balance, store fat, and even signal danger with a loud slap on the water.
- Built-in Snorkels: Beavers can stay underwater for up to 15 minutes!
- Eco Superstars: Beaver ponds improve water quality, reduce erosion, and create fire- and drought-resistant habitats—helping slow wildfires and protect landscapes.
In The Media!
Check out author Ben Goldfarb and conservation panelists headline discussion about these amazing keystone species at Gallatin Valley Earth Day’s first free Wild Talks event of 2025 in Bozeman.
Marmot
Did You Know??
- Yellow-bellied marmots can hibernate for up to eight months each year, vanishing into their burrows for most of the cold season.
- Marmots have a surprisingly rich alarm vocabulary: they produce different whistles and calls depending on the type of threat.
- These are social animals that live in family groups and rely on sentry behavior—one marmot will sound the alarm while others forage, play, or sunbathe.
- Marmots are long-lived for rodents: some species can reach 13–15 years in the wild when conditions are good.
In The Media!
After eight months underground, Wind River Canyon’s Yellow-bellied marmots burst into dawn wrestling-dance-offs. Michael John Balog’s Tamron lens caught the furry fun. Click the link icon above to read more.
Snowshoe Hare
Did You Know??
- Ground Drummers: Males announce their presence by thumping the ground with their hind feet in a rhythmic courtship display.
- Five-Mile Roamers: When food is scarce, hares may wander up to 5 miles in a night to find tasty willow and aspen.
- Surprise Swimmers: These fluffy speedsters can swim across streams to escape predators—fur even traps air for buoyancy!
- Pellet Power: In winter, hares eat their own dry droppings to extract extra nutrients and moisture.
In The Media!
The Lynx-Hare Link- Canada lynxes rely almost entirely on snowshoe hares for food—and hares are hunted mainly by lynxes. When hare numbers drop, lynx populations crash too. Click the link icon above to explore this rare predator-prey bond.
American Pika
Did You Know??
- Pikas don’t hibernate—some stash up to ten pounds of dried vegetation to munch on all winter long!
- These alpine acrobats can mistake rubber boots for rivals and chirp ferociously to defend their turf.
- Their heart rates can soar from a calm 300 beats per minute to over 500 when alarmed—no wonder they whistle so urgently!
- Pika haypiles often contain over 30 different plant species, making them mini alpine bouquets.
- In some regions, pika populations are shifting upslope at rates of nearly 4 feet per year to stay cool.
In The Media!
Tiny but mighty, pikas are alpine underdogs braving climate change. They shape mountain ecosystems, sound early alarms on warming, and prove that even the smallest voices matter. Click the link icon above to learn more from Yellowstonian!
North American River Otter
Did You Know??
- Tool Users: They’ve been spotted using rocks to crack open mussels and clams in shallow water.
- Padded Paddlers: Webbed feet and retractable claws give otters traction on slippery rocks and precision in the water.
- Den Dynamos: Their burrows, called holts, often have multiple entrances and can stretch over 30 feet—prime real estate for otter families.
- Eco Architects: By preying on fish and crayfish, otters help balance aquatic populations and keep waterways healthy.
- Trapping Trivia: Historically prized for fur, otters can still be caught in indiscriminate traps—highlighting the need for smart trap regulations.
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian.
Long Tailed Weasel
Did You Know??
- Tiny but Tenacious: Weighing just 3–8 oz, these little hunters can take down rabbits, rats, and other prey up to 10 times their own weight!
- Seasonal Chameleons: Their fur turns rich brown in summer and pure white (called ermine) in winter for camouflage—yet that distinctive black tail tip remains constant.
- Scented Shields: They use pungent musk glands both to mark territory and to deter or stun rivals when cornered—making them formidable foes despite their size.
- Agile Ambushers: Expert climbers and leapers, long-tailed weasels can jump up to 3 feet vertically!
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian.
Bobcat
Did You Know??
- Built for the Hunt: With night vision six times better than ours, bobcats are master predators. They can leap up to 12 feet in a single bound and hunt animals much larger than themselves, including deer!
- Each One Is a Masterpiece: No two bobcats have the same coat pattern.
- Fur Isn’t Fashion: Sadly, Wyoming remains one of the states where bobcats can be legally trapped and their pelts sold on the international fur market.
- Wildlife with a Purpose: Bobcats aren’t just beautiful — they play a crucial role in balancing rodent populations and maintaining the health of ecosystems from Jackson Hole to the Wind River Range.
In The Media!
As meso-carnivores, bobcats and lynx alike are harbingers not only of challenges laying ahead, but of potential new ways of thinking about the value of species. Click here to read more from Yellowstonian!
Snowshoe Hare
Did You Know??
- Ground Drummers: Males announce their presence by thumping the ground with their hind feet in a rhythmic courtship display.
- Five-Mile Roamers: When food is scarce, hares may wander up to 5 miles in a night to find tasty willow and aspen.
- Surprise Swimmers: These fluffy speedsters can swim across streams to escape predators—fur even traps air for buoyancy!
- Pellet Power: In winter, hares eat their own dry droppings to extract extra nutrients and moisture.
In The Media!
The Lynx-Hare Link- Canada lynxes rely almost entirely on snowshoe hares for food—and hares are hunted mainly by lynxes. When hare numbers drop, lynx populations crash too. Click the link icon above to explore this rare predator-prey bond.
Moose
Did You Know??
- Moose can dive over 20 feet underwater and stay submerged for up to 30 seconds while foraging aquatic plants
- Their hollow guard hairs trap air, helping them float like a cork and swim up to six miles per hour
- Calves can outrun a human by just five days old, bounding alongside their mother with surprising speed
- The flap of skin under their chin, called a “bell,” helps amplify moose vocalizations during the rut
- Moose can eat up to 73 pounds of vegetation a day in summer, shrinking to about 34 pounds in winter
- In winter they can close their nostrils with special muscles to prevent water from rushing in when feeding beneath the ice
Bighorn Sheep
Did You Know??
- Once numbering 1.5–2 million in the 1800s, fewer than 70,000 bighorn sheep remain across North America today.
- Rams can charge and collide with forces exceeding 600 pounds!
- Thanks to rectangular pupils and side‑set eyes, bighorns have a 300°+ field of vision, spotting predators from as far as a mile away.
- Specialized hooves let them sprint up to 30 mph on flat ground and scramble 15 mph up steep slopes, using footholds as narrow as two inches.
- A ram’s horns grow continuously throughout life, adding a new layer each year and weighing over 30 pounds.
Great Gray Owl
Did You Know??
- Great gray owls are North America’s longest owl species—but most of that bulk is just fluffy feathers.
- They can hear prey beneath more than a foot of snow, one even broke through snow heavy enough to hold a person!
- Their asymmetrical ears and giant facial disc act like a sound radar, pinpointing tiny rodents with surgical precision.
- Though massive in appearance, they weigh only 2–4 pounds—more illusion than heft.
In The Media!
North America’s tallest owl...the great gray, stops for a dawn vigil near the Tetons, scanning the meadow for its next vole. Captured by Nick Sulzer’s keen eye. Click the link icon above to watch the full video.
Black Bear
Did You Know??
- Black bears can move boulders weighing over 300 pounds with a single paw.
- Their sense of smell is roughly 7 times keener than a bloodhound’s—good luck hiding picnic snacks!
- These clever bears can open screw-top jars and manipulate latches like furry Houdinis.
- Not all black bears are black—some are cinnamon, blue-gray, or even white!
- They can sprint 30–35 mph and climb trees so fast they’ll outrun you every time.
In The Media!
Is that rumble a grizzly or a black bear? Learn to spot the muscle hump and concave face of a grizzly versus the straight facial profile, strongly curved claws, and prominent ears of a black bear. Click the link icon above to learn more.
Sandhill Crane
Did You Know??
- Sandhill cranes canlive 20+ years in the wild when conditions are good.
- Sandhill cranes travel thousands of miles between breeding and wintering grounds, using key stopover wetlands as refueling stations.
- Collisions with power lines and tall structures are a real threat, and smart fixes like near-UV marking of lines have been shown to reduce crane strikes.
- Reaching up to 4 feet, these cranes are the tallest bird in Yellowstone!
In The Media!
Got moves? These 4 foot tall sandhill cranes are putting on a graceful courtship dance in a Jackson Hole pasture, captured beautifully by Nick Sulzer. Click the link icon above to watch the full video.
Clarks Nutcracker
Did You Know??
- Clark’s nutcrackers can stash up to 98,000 pine seeds each autumn, scattering them across thousands of cache sites to beat the squirrels.
- Their under-tongue pouch can hold 50–150 seeds at once, acting as a built-in bird backpack for seed transport!
- They can cache locations buried under a meter of snow, retrieving seeds nine months later with pinpoint accuracy.
- With their cones—and powers of memory—they’ve evolved into de-facto foresters, planting whitebark and limber pines far and wide.
- Winged GPS: They often cache seeds up to 20 miles from parent trees, helping forests migrate with climate change.
In The Media!
Whitebark pine’s future hinges on Clark’s nutcracker—these birds open its resinous cones, hoards thousands of fatty seeds, and in forgetting some, plants the next generation. Click the link icon above to uncover this keystone mutualism.
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Mule Deer
Did You Know??
In The Media!
In 2016, researchers in Wyoming discovered the world's longest migration of mule deer. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Wolverine
Did You Know??
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian.
Elk
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Wyoming elk are windows into appreciating the most cutting-edge principles in large landscape conservation on Earth. Yet looming over the fate of elk in Greater Yellowstone are loss of habitat and the scourge of CWD. Click the link icon to read more from Yellowstonian!
North American Porcupine
Did You Know??
American Badger
Did You Know??
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian.
Golden Eagle
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Lead poisoning is a common, deadly threat to raptors,but this eagle fought back. This golden eagle arrived barely able to stand, her blood toxic with record lead levels. After 92 days of intensive rehab, she now flies free. Click the link icon above to read more!
Striped Skunk
Did You Know??
American Mink
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Have you had the pleasure of watching a mink in the wild? Pamela Underhill Karaz shares her story. Click the link icon to read more!
Black Footed Ferret
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Wyoming’s black-footed ferrets, thought extinct until a ranch dog’s 1981 discovery, still battle plague, habitat loss, and tiny populations in their fragile comeback. Click the link icon above to read more.
Wood Frog
Did You Know??
- Puddle Migrators: Wood frogs travel up to half a mile from forests to breeding pools each spring, facing traffic and predators on the way.
.Raccoon
Did You Know??
Chipmunk
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Every robin, chipmunk, and cottontail tells a story. The Commoners shows why our everyday wildlife deserves just as much wonder. click the link icon above to read more.
Artist Spotlight: Helen Seay
Helen Seay is a visual artist based in the Teton region whose work evokes the spiritual connection and energetic vitality of wildlife. Her vibrant paintings blend realistic animal forms with imaginative visions, drawing the viewer into a deeper understanding of “the cosmic energy within all beings”
“I begin with a vision or an emotion of this spirit… Eyes gazing intently at the viewer begs their consciousness into the divine realities and interconnectedness of nature.”
Helen Seay’s Wild Journeys mural stands as a luminous testament to wildlife and ecology—an inspired blend of artistry, storytelling, and conservation. Her work is not just visually stunning but deeply impactful, fostering connection, education, and stewardship in the heart of Jackson Hole's public space..
Click Here to Explore Helen Seay's work!
Mountain Lion
Did You Know??
In The Media!
The Cougar Fund champions ethical mountain lion conservation in Wyoming. They push for science-based policy and transparency in predator management. Click the link icon above to explore their mission and take action for Wyoming’s cougars.
Hummingbird
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Follow hummingbirds’ epic migrations on Audubon’s interactive Bird Migration Explorer, see exactly when and where these tiny travelers will buzz by your area. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Pronghorn
Did You Know??
In The Media!
A critical “Path of the Pronghorn” bottleneck recenty leased for development at $19/acre, threatening one of North America’s longest land migrations. Click the link icon above to learn more.
Common Raven
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Explore Yellowstone’s “wolf birds”, discover how ravens and wolves team up for epic feasts, playful interactions, and surprising social bonds. Click the link icon above to learn more!
American Fisher
Did You Know??
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian. .
Red Tailed Hawk
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Meet Hardeman—the red-tailed hawk who survived a collision and now soars into hearts as an educational ambassador at Teton Raptor Center. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Greater Sage Grouse
Did You Know??
• They cruise at 48 mph and can burst to 60 mph to dodge predators. •Sage Grouse lack a muscular crop, so they rely entirely on sage leaves and insects for water and nutrients.• Scientists use robotic female decoys—and real males sometimes try to court them.• Most live 1–3 years, but a few tough birds have survived up to 10 years in Wyoming’s winters.
In The Media!
Wyoming’s conservation plan recommends just a few special places to ethically view sage-grouse, so witnessing their spring spectacle is a true privilege. Explore Game & Fish’s official viewing guide by clicking the link icon above!
Cutthroat Trout
Did You Know??
Coyote
Did You Know??
In The Media!
A powerful reflection on identity and freedom unfolds as CMarie Fuhrman encounters a coyote caught in a trap—what does it mean to be bound, and how do we break free? Click the link icon to read more!
American Bison
Did You Know??
In The Media!
A sacred moment in Yellowstone: A rare white bison calf was born, fulfilling an ancient Indigenous prophecy. Revered as both a blessing and a warning, the calf’s arrival urges unity and environmental stewardship. Click the link icon to read more!
Gray Wolf
Did You Know??
Wolf #24F – Teton Pack
Did You Know??
• Wolf 24F began her life with the Soda Butte Pack, one of the very first families reintroduced to Yellowstone in 1995. • In 1999 she made history by birthing the first wolf pups in Grand Teton National Park in over 70 years. • Back in 1998, 24F struck out on her own with #133 M from the Washakie Pack, forming the “Teton Duo” and laying the groundwork for today’s thriving Teton Pack. • Thanks to bold translocations and natural dispersal, descendants of 24F and her kin now bolster multiple packs around Jackson Hole, helping to rebalance elk herds and sculpt riparian corridors. • From her humble beginnings to her legendary matriarch status, Wolf 24F’s story is a testament to the resilience and magic of Wyoming’s wild heart.
In The Media!
Wolf 24F—lone Soda Butte pup turned Teton Pack founder—sparked wolf recovery. Click the link icon above to learn more!.
American Bison
Did You Know??
In The Media!
A sacred moment in Yellowstone: A rare white bison calf was born, fulfilling an ancient Indigenous prophecy. Revered as both a blessing and a warning, the calf’s arrival urges unity and environmental stewardship. Click the link icon to read more!
Mountain Bluebird
Did You Know??
Grizzly 399
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Grizzly 399 symbolizes respect and our bond with the wild. From raising her cubs to teaching conservation, she deserves to rest where she ran free, her legacy in our hearts. Click the link icon to read more!
Muskrat
Did You Know??
• These marsh engineers can stay submerged for up to 20 minutes! • Despite the name, muskrats are more closely related to voles and lemmings than to rats. • Unlike beavers, they never stockpile food—muskrats tunnel channels under ice and mud to reach fresh plants every single day. • Their trademark “musky” scent comes from special glands near the tail and serves as an all-important territorial marker.
In The Media!
Muskrats aren’t pests—they’re vital wetland architects that keep our marshes thriving. Separate fact from fiction... Click the link icon above to read more!
Bald Eagle
Did You Know??
In The Media!
This is the recovery story of a Wyoming bald eagle: she got a wing pin, crushed her flight-barn workouts, and now she’s soaring free over Wyoming. Click the link icon above to learn more.
Great Horned Owl
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Tiny talons, big triumph! This summer, a few orphaned Great Horned Owl chicks got a second chance at wild freedom—thanks to clever re-nesting and some feather-friendly humans. Curious how it all unfolded? Click the link icon to read more!
Wolf 840M
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Wolf 840M defied traps and time to become Wyoming’s oldest wolf. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Prairie Dog
Did You Know??
In The Media!
What are prairie dogs chattering about? Tap the link to explore their underground cities, bark-language secrets, and quirky social lives—proof they’re far more than pests.
Magpie
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Learn how magpies can remember your face for years, trust you with their nests, and forge genuine cross-species friendships. Click the link icon above to learn more.
Canada Lynx
Did You Know?
In The Media!
USFWS’s Draft Recovery Plan considers reintroducing lynx for recovery. Click the link icon above to read more!
Trumpeter Swan
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Discover how Yellowstone’s trumpeter swans—from near-extinction to thriving flocks—show the impact of conservation in ‘Swan Songs and Trumpets of Biological Recovery.’ This feature highlights the importance of protecting wildlife across generations.
American Marten
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Modern marten trapping is largely a relic of the past—no longer needed for survival—and this article challenges us to rethink trapping traditions in favor of coexistence. Click the link icon to read more!
Red Fox
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Against the odds, a three-legged Wyoming fox becomes a symbol of survival and adaptability. Click to read his story.
Osprey
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Clean roads save raptors. A single toss of trash can turn deadly, just ask the osprey entangled in roadside debris. Each spring and fall, the Teton Raptor Center clears two miles of Highway 22 to fight back against litter-linked entanglements. Click the link icon above to learn more!
Swallow
Did You Know??
• A single barn swallow can devour up to 850 insects in one day, making them nature’s tiny pest patrol. • Some swallows migrate over 7,000 miles each year, journeying from Wyoming all the way to southern Africa and back. • Cliff swallow colonies can host more than 2,000 gourd-shaped mud nests, each built from thousands of tiny pellets. • They have almost no leg muscle for hopping, once on the ground, they flop and shuffle until they can fly again. • Every spring, males return to the exact same nest site, even if their old mud nest has crumbled to dust.
Western Meadowlark
Did You Know??
American Beaver
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Check out author Ben Goldfarb and conservation panelists headline discussion about these amazing keystone species at Gallatin Valley Earth Day’s first free Wild Talks event of 2025 in Bozeman.
Marmot
Did You Know??
In The Media!
After eight months underground, Wind River Canyon’s Yellow-bellied marmots burst into dawn wrestling-dance-offs. Michael John Balog’s Tamron lens caught the furry fun. Click the link icon above to read more.
Snowshoe Hare
Did You Know??
In The Media!
The Lynx-Hare Link- Canada lynxes rely almost entirely on snowshoe hares for food—and hares are hunted mainly by lynxes. When hare numbers drop, lynx populations crash too. Click the link icon above to explore this rare predator-prey bond.
American Pika
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Tiny but mighty, pikas are alpine underdogs braving climate change. They shape mountain ecosystems, sound early alarms on warming, and prove that even the smallest voices matter. Click the link icon above to learn more from Yellowstonian!
North American River Otter
Did You Know??
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian.
Long Tailed Weasel
Did You Know??
In The Media!
From wolverines and river otters to black-footed ferrets and badgers, this amazing family of species face an uncertain future. Learn more about mighty mustelids from Todd Wilkinson's peice in Yellowstonian.
Bobcat
Did You Know??
In The Media!
As meso-carnivores, bobcats and lynx alike are harbingers not only of challenges laying ahead, but of potential new ways of thinking about the value of species. Click here to read more from Yellowstonian!
Snowshoe Hare
Did You Know??
In The Media!
The Lynx-Hare Link- Canada lynxes rely almost entirely on snowshoe hares for food—and hares are hunted mainly by lynxes. When hare numbers drop, lynx populations crash too. Click the link icon above to explore this rare predator-prey bond.
Moose
Did You Know??
Bighorn Sheep
Did You Know??
Great Gray Owl
Did You Know??
In The Media!
North America’s tallest owl...the great gray, stops for a dawn vigil near the Tetons, scanning the meadow for its next vole. Captured by Nick Sulzer’s keen eye. Click the link icon above to watch the full video.
Black Bear
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Is that rumble a grizzly or a black bear? Learn to spot the muscle hump and concave face of a grizzly versus the straight facial profile, strongly curved claws, and prominent ears of a black bear. Click the link icon above to learn more.
Sandhill Crane
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Got moves? These 4 foot tall sandhill cranes are putting on a graceful courtship dance in a Jackson Hole pasture, captured beautifully by Nick Sulzer. Click the link icon above to watch the full video.
Clarks Nutcracker
Did You Know??
In The Media!
Whitebark pine’s future hinges on Clark’s nutcracker—these birds open its resinous cones, hoards thousands of fatty seeds, and in forgetting some, plants the next generation. Click the link icon above to uncover this keystone mutualism.