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Deer population finds food and relief from predators on campus
Students on the BYU campus have probably seen mule deer lounging on the grass or browsing plants. With how many students spend their time on campus, why do the deer stay?
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Wildlife officials warn about man-animal interaction
For those exploring Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef or Zion National Parks this summer, the National Park Service has posted safety precautions on X for encountering wildlife.
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It's baby season
While humans give birth all year round, most animals give birth during the spring months and BYU campus is no different.
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Video of the Day: Barton the Porcupine opens Hogle Zoo’s new exhibit
(The Daily Universe / Dara Layton)
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Video of the Day: Toddler and rescued crow strike up unlikely friendship
It’s a viral story that seems like it’s been plucked out of a Disney cartoon: two-year-old Otto is best friends with a rescue crow named Russell. The young boy’s bond with the bird began when his family took in the weak and frail crow. Though the family has now sent Russell back into the wild — where he is thriving — he still visits Otto and comes to watch him play outside.
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Video of the Day: World Wildlife Day celebrates species worldwide
Utah’s Hogle Zoo posted a compilation video of cute and funny animals to celebrate World Wildlife Day. The zoo encouraged Salt Lake City locals to visit the zoo, because every ticket contributes to saving wild animals locally and globally.
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4,200 Project plans to preserve Great Salt Lake
The Great Salt Lake has a fascinating history and contributes significantly to Utah’s air quality, economy and wildlife population.
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Salt Lake City Green Loop plans move forward with support from locals
Downtown Salt Lake City is usually bustling with activity. However, fewer than 30% of locals live within a five minute walk from open green space.
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New Utah Lake recreational area expected to open late 2024
The Provo River Delta project, a natural restoration project meant to protect native fish and increase recreation opportunities at Utah Lake, is slated for completion in late 2024.
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Video of the Day: Deer glides across icy brook
A deer slid across the ice on a frozen brook, just like Disney’s Bambi. Tony Marshall, a wildlife photographer, was at Rutland Water Nature Reserve in the U.K. when he came upon the female deer. She made a successful journey to the other side of the brook.
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Conflict continues over Biden's Alaskan drilling project
Debate continues over the Biden administrations approval of the 'Willow Project,' the largest drilling project on U.S. soil in history.
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States turn to drones to predict avalanches, spot wildlife
Travis White, Utah Department of Transportation, Highway Incident Management Team, holds their drone at a drone demo Monday, May 20, 2019, in Park City, Utah. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
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Wildlife Recreation Rising in Utah
A new study shows that wildlife related activities such as hunting, fishing, and wildlife watching are creating more jobs in the U.S and in Utah, adding more than three billion dollars to the U.S economy.
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Hawk nest closes sidewalk on campus
Signs on campus block pedestrians from walking near a hawk nest behind the Maeser building. The hawk likely attacks pedestrians below to protect its fledglings, who are still developing wing feathers large enough to fly. (Ty Mullen)
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Local fishermen share how to have successful fishing trips
Dave Melling catches a fish at Strawberry Reservoir.
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BLM’s new electronic maps make finding new outdoor adventures easy
Digital maps allow the users to pinpoint their exact location on their mobile phone in areas where service may be sparse. (BLM-Utah)
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Nesting hawks attack BYU students and faculty
A Cooper's hawk protecting its nest high in a campus elm tree near the Brimhall Building has attacked people walking on the sidewalk below.
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Campus deer encounters likely to increase as Utah deer population rises
Brock McMillan, department chair of Plant and Wildlife Sciences, holds a fawn mule deer on a research trip. He said deer populations in Utah have risen in recent years. (Brock McMillan)
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