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So you want to be a wildlife biologist?
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Do you love wildlife watching, hunting or fishing? If so, you're not alone. You've probably even wondered how you could earn a living working with wildlife.
Highway wildlife crossings
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The state of Utah has done some remarkable work in addressing wildlife needs along Utah's roadways, especially during the past decade. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is working alongside the Utah Department of Transportation to identify critical hotspots throughout the state where wildlife mitigation features are needed.
Fishing for a feast
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What are panfish? They are certain species of fish popular among anglers for their mild flavor and white flaky texture. They are easy to catch and fit conveniently in a frying pan!
Stocking sterile walleye
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When we first shared news that we planned to stock sterile walleye into Red Fleet Reservoir, we got some confused looks. Most were wondering a couple things: 1) Why would you want to make walleye sterile? 2) How do you make walleye sterile? I'm hoping to help answer these questions in this post.
Providing water for wildlife in a dry state
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Living in one of the driest states in the nation has its challenges for Utah residents, wildlife included. For many years now, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources — along with other agencies and groups — have been developing water sources for wildlife across the Western states.
Kokanee: to release or to keep?
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During the summer months, kokanee salmon are the "bread and butter" fishery on Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Kokanee preference is as high as 60 percent, and many anglers travel from all over the country to fish for these highly prized sportfish.
The Twitchell Canyon Fire
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In late July 2010, the North American monsoon had reached southern Utah. Further south in Arizona and New Mexico, the dependable summer rainy season provides welcome relief from hot, dry weather. In Utah at the edge of the monsoon, the moisture is less predictable, and rain from weak storms often evaporates before it touches the earth.
How do I catch those burbot?
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I get asked the question a lot this time of year: "How do I catch those burbot?"