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“De-extinction” Debunked: Dire Wolves Are Extinct, Explains Wildlife Biologist

“De-extinction” Debunked: Dire Wolves Are Extinct, Explains Wildlife Biologist

The author shares why recent claims of the species’ resurrection are false.
Partners in Conservation: How This Wildlife Biologist Uses Hunters’ Dollars to Aid Wildlife

Partners in Conservation: How This Wildlife Biologist Uses Hunters’ Dollars to Aid Wildlife

State wildlife agencies rely on hunters’ excise taxes and other fees to fund conservation.
Washington Is Latest State to Confirm Chronic Wasting Disease in Deer

Washington Is Latest State to Confirm Chronic Wasting Disease in Deer

The state is No. 35 to join the CWD Club and implement a management plan.
Smoke and Mirrors: Newsweek Article Exposed for False Claim That Hunting Harms the Environment

Smoke and Mirrors: Newsweek Article Exposed for False Claim That Hunting Harms the Environment

A wildlife biologist touts the role of legal, regulated hunting in wildlife management.
The Truth About Transmission of the COVID-19 Virus Between Wild Deer and Humans

The Truth About Transmission of the COVID-19 Virus Between Wild Deer and Humans

Scientific evidence shows our probability of getting it from deer is actually very low.
Federal Funding Approved to Battle Chronic Wasting Disease

Federal Funding Approved to Battle Chronic Wasting Disease

The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, will aid CWD research and management.
Why Senate’s Consideration of $70M Bill Combatting Chronic Wasting Disease Is Vital

Why Senate’s Consideration of $70M Bill Combatting Chronic Wasting Disease Is Vital

With CWD now in 30 states, the bill would fund disease research and management.
NRA, Hunter-Backed Groups Urge Senate to Pass $70 Million CWD Research and Management Act

NRA, Hunter-Backed Groups Urge Senate to Pass $70 Million CWD Research and Management Act

Thank you, American Wildlife Conservation Partners, for pushing H.R. 5608.
Can You Catch COVID-19 from Deer?

Can You Catch COVID-19 from Deer?

Here is what the science shows.
First Positive CWD Cases in Idaho Remind Hunters to Take Precautions

First Positive CWD Cases in Idaho Remind Hunters to Take Precautions

Across the West, science shows CWD is most prevalent in mature bucks.
How the Interstate Wildlife Violators Compact Makes Poachers Pay

How the Interstate Wildlife Violators Compact Makes Poachers Pay

It tracks wildlife violations and underscores how poaching IS NOT hunting.
Lead in Venison: Is the Human Health Scare for the Birds?

Lead in Venison: Is the Human Health Scare for the Birds?

Stay grounded in science while taking precautions to lessen health risks.
The Wolf Is a Savior of the Environment?

The Wolf Is a Savior of the Environment?

Not so fast … . This is what the science really reveals.
Hunting is a Matter of National Security

Hunting is a Matter of National Security

There is a clear crossover in skill sets required for hunting and military service.
What COVID-19 Teaches Us About CWD

What COVID-19 Teaches Us About CWD

A wildlife biologist shares parallels between the two diseases in combatting their rates of spread.
How Long before Cougars Realize Humans Are Prey?

How Long before Cougars Realize Humans Are Prey?

Are increasing cougar attacks on humans due to the fact that we are low-hanging fruit?
Are Deer Passing Bovine Tuberculosis to Hunters?

Are Deer Passing Bovine Tuberculosis to Hunters?

With about 2 percent of one Michigan herd infected, contracting TB is unlikely, if careful.
Nonresident Hunter Numbers in Many States on the Rise

Nonresident Hunter Numbers in Many States on the Rise

Despite the decline in hunter numbers, a recent study shows nonresident hunter numbers are increasing.
Can We Fight Zombie Deer?

Can We Fight Zombie Deer?

Congress pushes for funding, scientists push for a cure, yet CWD continues to spread.
 
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