Cyclist in Washington state sustains injuries after a cougar ‘latched onto’ her
SEATTLE (AP) — A woman suffered injuries to her face and neck after a cougar leapt out and “latched onto” her while she was cycling with a…
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OSP seizes alligator from Springfield home; owner had 13-year family pet, only to learn that’s illegal in Oregon
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon State Police recently seized an alligator from a Springfield homeowner who had it as a family pet for about 13…
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Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission lists Southern Resident orcas as endangered, adopts survival guidelines
HILLSBORO, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission voted unanimously Friday to list Southern Resident orcas as endangered under…
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Oregon Zoo-tested tech helps in study that finds wild polar bears are losing weight on land as sea ice melts
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A rapidly warming Arctic is taking a toll on polar bears, according to a new study using technology beta-tested at the…
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A fin whale decomposing on an Oregon beach creates a sad but ‘super educational’ spectacle
By JENNIFER SINCO KELLEHER Associated Press It’s not yet known what killed an endangered fin whale, but people can marvel at the large marine…
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Central Oregon’s hummingbirds could use a heated feeder assist this winter
The director of wildlife rehabilitation at Think Wild Central Oregon has some suggestions for those who want to help our hummingbirds deal with the…
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US Fish and Wildlife Service offers $50,000 reward for tips in deaths of three gray wolves in Klamath County
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said Friday it is offering a $50,000 reward as it seeks information regarding the deaths of three endangered gray…
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Environmental group petitions for federal protection of Sierra Nevada Red Fox in Oregon, California Cascades
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Center for Biological Diversity petitioned Thursday for federal protection of Sierra Nevada red foxes in the Oregon…
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Oregon Zoo’s endangered rhino calf hits 2-month milestone steps outside ; vet staff confirm it’s a boy
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The tiniest rhinoceros at the Oregon Zoo turned 2 months old this week, and veterinary staff confirmed that he’s a…
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US won’t restore protections for wolves in Rockies, proposes national recovery plan
By MATTHEW BROWN and TODD RICHMOND Associated Press Federal wildlife officials on Friday rejected requests from conservation groups to restore…
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Just like that East Coast groundhog, Oregon Zoo’s ‘Stumptown Fil’ also sees his shadow, predicts early spring
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Put the parkas away, Portlanders. Filbert the beaver — aka Stumptown Fil — has made his weather prediction at the…
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Think Wild offering Valentine’s Day C. Oregon flower and gift delivery service
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — This Valentine’s Day, Think Wild is partnering with local businesses to offer local, sustainable gifts and delivery services…
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Wyden reintroduces legislation to end capture and breeding of whales for public display
WASHINGTON (KTVZ) – U.S. Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore., reintroduced legislation Wednesday that would end the future capture and breeding of whales…
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Golden eagle Aquila, rescued after a car crash 40 years ago, passes after decades as Sunriver Nature Center icon
SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — In a heartfelt tribute, the Sunriver Nature Center acknowledged on Wednesday the recent passing of their golden eagle,…
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Pneumonia outbreak hits bighorn sheep in Hells Canyon; ODFW, neighboring states monitoring impacts
LA GRANDE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A pneumonia outbreak was detected in bighorn sheep in northern Hells Canyon in mid-December and is ongoing, the…
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Wild horse shot twice, killed on Ochoco National Forest; USFS Law Enforcement, OSP seek tips to help find culprit
(Update: Adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — U.S. Forest Service Law Enforcement and Investigation is seeking information from the public as…
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‘Every egg counts’: Oregon Zoo welcomes first condor egg of 2024
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The first California condor egg of 2024 arrived at the Oregon Zoo’s Jonsson Center for Wildlife Conservation on…
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Federal officials consider adding 10 more species – including the pygmy rabbit – to endangered list
By TODD RICHMONDAssociated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Federal wildlife officials say they’ve decided to review whether to add 10 more species to…
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ODFW sets Feb. 6 public meeting in Bend to gather input on draft Mule Deer Management Plan
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will host three in-person public meetings in February, including one in Bend, to…
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ODFW seeks nominees to represent Oregon on Pacific Fisheries Management Council
NEWPORT, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is accepting nominations for a seat on the Pacific Fishery Management Council…
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