Wildlife

Utah Department of Wildlife Resources Announces Key Bills Passed in 2024 Legislative Session for Wildlife Management

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SALT LAKE CITY — The 2024 General Legislative Session in Utah was marked by a flurry of activity in the realm of wildlife management. Several bills were passed and signed into law, focusing on various aspects of wildlife conservation and regulation. The Utah Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) has compiled a list of key bills that it believes residents should be aware of. One such bill is H.B. 222, also known as “Wildlife Hunting Amendments.” This law introduces changes to wildlife-related rules, specifically addressing the amount of “hunter orange” attire that hunters are required to … Read more

Cambodian Wildlife Official Acquitted in Controversial Monkey-Smuggling Case by US Court

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MIAMI – In a surprising turn of events, the director of the Forestry Administration’s Wildlife and Biodiversity Department in Cambodia has been acquitted by the US District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Kry Masphal was previously detained in 2022 following a five-year investigation into an alleged monkey-smuggling ring. The Cambodian government consistently denied Masphal’s guilt throughout the proceedings. “This acquittal is a testament to the fair judgment of the US court, and it reinforces the commitment of Cambodian officials to upholding laws and international conventions,” stated Im Rachna, spokesperson for the Ministry Agriculture, … Read more

Snowmobile Crash and Wildlife Crisis Rock Montana: Inside the Yellowstone Club Lawsuit Amidst Winter Storm

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MISSOULA, Mont. – A snowmobile crash and a die-off of bighorn sheep have sparked concerns in Montana. Additionally, a lawsuit has been filed against the exclusive Yellowstone Club. Moreover, residents are urged to prepare for an impending winter storm. In a tragic incident, a snowmobile crash occurred in Montana, raising concerns about safety. The details of the crash are yet to be fully disclosed, but authorities are investigating the incident. The incident serves as a reminder for snowmobile users to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines. Furthermore, a significant number of bighorn sheep have tragically … Read more

Advocacy Groups File Lawsuit to Halt Trail Construction in Plutonium-Contaminated Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge

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Denver, Colorado – Physicians for Social Responsibility and five Colorado advocacy groups have filed a lawsuit against Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, and four federal agencies to halt work on a trail through Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge. The lawsuit alleges violations of the National Environmental Policy Act by the U.S. departments of Transportation and the Interior, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the Federal Highway Administration. The groups claim that these agencies did not consider alternatives to constructing an 8-mile greenway through the most heavily plutonium-contaminated area of the refuge. … Read more