Chronic wasting disease discovery in Adirondack region raises concerns for wildlife
By Mike Lynch
State officials are investigating a case of chronic wasting disease that was found in a captive deer late last week.
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State defends killing Old Forge black bears
The controversial euthanization of 2 black bear cubs leaves some questioning DEC's wildlife management policies
Adirondack moose population threatened but stable
By Mike Lynch
Giant liver fluke playing big role in deaths
Merlin populations soar in the Adirondacks
By Birdwatch
One of 3 falcon species that nest in New York, 'Lady's hawks" are making a comeback
A closer look at black bear euthanizations in the Adirondacks
In the past eight years, the DEC has euthanized 54 black bears in the area that encompasses the Adirondack Park, due to conflicts with humans.
New York evaluates freshwater fish as part of endangered species list update
By Mike Lynch
Draft includes at least 10 species from the Adirondack region whose status may change
Study: Development in Ontario limiting wolves’ range
By Mike Lynch
Study says a loss of habitat in southern Canada has made it more difficult for wolves to travel from the Laurentians to the Adirondacks.
A behind-the-scenes look at the wild revival of Lake Champlain trout
Scientists, fisheries managers keep watchful eye of growing success of lake trout recovery. Here's a look at how they do it.
Proposed law aims to prevent aggressive wildlife encounters in Old Forge
Webb town board debates tougher fines and clearer definitions for the proposed law on feeding and harassing wild animals, following death of bear family
From stocking to self-sustaining? The return of Lake Champlain’s trout
Fish and wildlife researchers celebrate unexpected wild lake trout revival