Could these 180-pound dogs hold the key to protecting livestock from Colorado’s wolves? – KUNC

Since Colorado began its wolf reintroduction program two years ago, wildlife officials have worked to stop wolves from attacking livestock. Wherever possible, they’ve tried to use nonlethal methods, from hazing wolves with drones to having “range riders” patrol on horseback.One promising strategy is the use of very large dogs as livestock guardians. Enter: the Turkish […]

You Can Check Out Taxidermy at This Alaskan Library – mentalfloss.com

One library in Alaska gives the phrase “hands-on learning” a new meaning.The Alaska Resources Library and Information Services (ARLIS) in Anchorage boasts a huge array of literature dedicated to the state’s wildlife and natural resources, as one might expect. However, patrons who are less into books and more into real-life study can check out some […]

Almost Every Dog on Earth Still Has a Bit of Wolf Inside — Even Chihuahuas – zmescience.com

Home → Environment → AnimalsMost dogs today have traces of wolf DNA that shaped their size, senses, and behavior.When scientists compared the DNA of thousands of dogs and wolves, they found the two species were not as separate as once thought. Nearly every dog, from Chihuahuas to huskies, carries traces of wolf DNA. “Modern dogs, […]

Your dog still carries wolf DNA and it may be shaping their behaviour today, study suggests – timesofindia.indiatimes.com

The TOI Science Desk stands as an inquisitive team of journalists, ceaselessly delving into the realms of discovery to curate a captivating collection of news, features, and articles from the vast and ever-evolving world of science for the readers of The Times of India. Consider us your scientific companion, delivering a daily dose of wonder […]

Couple donates taxidermy collection to Habitat for Humanity – bemidjipioneer.com

Sponsored ByADVERTISEMENTADVERTISEMENT When Gary and Deborah Olen decided to relocate from the Cass Lake area to Rochester, they sought someone or some organization that could benefit from the donation of their extensive array of animal mounts and bearskin rugs. “All those heads – I can immediately know where I shot it and who I was […]

Legacy of Frank’s Taxidermy will live on at DNR offices across the state – WDIO.com

A lifetime’s worth of work from Frank’s Taxidermy is now on display at DNR offices across the state.Frank Klabechek worked for 50 years at his shop in Iron, preserving pieces that people caught or hunted.The avid hunter and angler started this as a hobby. When he went to UMD to study zoology, he even did […]