Posts With Tag: Wildlife Whereabouts

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Winter Settles In

  Wednesday, December 18th, 2019

  A red fox in Grand Teton National Park. This particular animal has a melanistic color pattern. Red foxes, including those in the Jackson area, can be the standard red color, completely black, and anything in between. This one displays a partial melanism, meaning its not completely red and not completely dark, or melanistic. Photo by […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Preparing for Winter

  Wednesday, October 30th, 2019

  Shorter days and cooler nights mean Grand Teton’s wildlife are preparing for the long winter ahead. • Moose have started concentrating in the sagebrush/grassland areas in the south end of the park. They are seeking bitterbrush and other food in these areas that provide fall nutrition. • Pronghorn are generally migrating out of the Jackson […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Autumn Transition

  Monday, September 30th, 2019

  September is a time of change for wildlife in Grand Teton. Many ungulates (hoofed mammals) are mating, birds are abandoning territories and embarking on their fall migration, and all animals are preparing for the winter months ahead. A healthy bull moose in fall. Photo: Ryan Sheets. • By the end of September, elk, moose, and […]

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  August Wildlife Whereabouts: Foraging and Feeding

  Wednesday, August 28th, 2019

  A healthy black bear searches for berries. Photo: Lisa Wan August is a busy month for wildlife in the park as bears are intensively foraging, elk are preparing for the rut, and eagles have recently fledged. • By the end of August, many berry crops, particularly huckleberries, are on their way out while others, like […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Nesting and Nurturing

  Thursday, May 30th, 2019

  The onset of spring and increase in nutritious vegetation supports new life as animals return to the park to forage and reproduce. Birds are nesting, trout are spawning, and mammals are caring for their offspring after a long winter. Much of Grand Teton’s wildlife are particularly protective of their young during this time of year. […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Spring is in the Air

  Monday, April 29th, 2019

  Warm temperatures, valley snowmelt, and greening vegetation will help many of Grand Teton’s animals get a jump on replenishing critical energy reserves, particularly pregnant females that will be giving birth in the next two months. • Since gestation lengths in mammals are very consistent, calving seasons will be similar to previous years, regardless of weather. […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Winding Down Winter

  Friday, March 29th, 2019

  This is a challenging time of year for wildlife as winter fat reserves have been depleted and new season plant growth is in its earliest stages and limited in distribution. Energy conservation is still a high priority. Please remember to give all wildlife plenty of room and don’t cause them to move or alter their […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Park Animals Pushed to Their Limits by Record-Breaking Snowfall

  Wednesday, February 27th, 2019

  This winter has been an interesting one for wildlife as consistent snowfall and an exceptionally snowy February has led to a much higher than average snowpack. Deep snow depths challenge herbivores — like bison, elk, deer, moose, and bighorn sheep — because forage is difficult to access and provides an edge to their primary predators. […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Hibernation and Migration

  Thursday, November 29th, 2018

  Bear 399 and her two cubs were spotted frequently during the month of November. Photo by Jack Bayles Photography. November brought cooler temperatures and snow to Grand Teton. The park’s wildlife is either settling into their winter dens or preparing for the long, cold season ahead. • Fall spawning mountain whitefish are headed to winter […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Getting Ready for Winter

  Tuesday, October 30th, 2018

  Shorter days and cooler nights mean Grand Teton’s wildlife are preparing for the long winter ahead. • Moose have started concentrating in the sagebrush/grassland areas in the south end of the park. They are seeking bitterbrush and other foods in these areas that provide fall nutrition. • Pronghorn are generally migrating out of the Jackson […]

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  August Wildlife Whereabouts: Preparing for the Rut

  Tuesday, August 28th, 2018

  August is a busy month for wildlife in the park as bears are intensively foraging, elk are preparing for the rut, and eagles have recently fledged. • By the end of August, many berry crops, particularly huckleberries, are on their way out while others, like mountain ash, hawthorne, and chokecherry fruits, are just ripening. Bears […]

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  June Wildlife Whereabouts: Summer Has Arrived

  Tuesday, June 26th, 2018

  Photo by Lisa Wan. Long days and warm temperatures mark summer’s arrival in Grand Teton National Park. As daily high temperatures rise with the season, mid-day animal activity will be reduced considerably. Be sure to get out early in the morning or later in the evening for your best chance to see some of the […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Spring in the Tetons

  Tuesday, May 29th, 2018

  This time of year, nesting raptors often vocalize alarm calls when you are too close to their nests. Bears, moose, bison, and elk are also particularly protective of their young. Please remember to give all wildlife a wide berth. If you are altering an animal’s behavior, such as eliciting an alarm call or any other […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: On the Move

  Thursday, April 26th, 2018

  Early snow melt at low elevations, warm temperatures, and greening vegetation will help many animals get a jump on replenishing these critical energy reserves, particularly pregnant females which will be giving birth in the next 2 months. • Since gestation lengths in mammals are very consistent, calving seasons will be similar to previous years, regardless […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Between Seasons

  Wednesday, March 28th, 2018

  Photo by Patrick Leary, Director of Wildlife Expeditions This is a challenging time of year for wildlife as winter fat reserves have been depleted and new season plant growth is in its earliest stages and limited in distribution. Energy conservation is still a high priority. Please remember to give all wildlife plenty of room and […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Surviving Mid-Winter

  Tuesday, February 27th, 2018

  This winter has been an interesting one for wildlife. The upper Snake River and adjacent mountain watersheds are all recording snow water content levels well above 100%, yet valley snowfall has been one of the lowest on record. This is because unusually warm temperatures during many of our winter storms this year resulted in the […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Adjusting to Warmer Temperatures

  Tuesday, January 30th, 2018

  Photo by Sean Beckett • Snowfall has been lower and temperatures higher than average so far this winter. Many bison and elk have responded by staying away from core winter ranges and remaining on spring/fall transitional ranges where adequate forage is still available. • The ice on Jackson Lake has been variable so far this […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Getting Ready for Winter

  Tuesday, November 21st, 2017

  Photo by Jerry Herman. November brought cooler temperatures and snow to Grand Teton. The park’s wildlife is either settling into their winter dens or preparing for the long, cold season ahead. • Fall spawning mountain whitefish are headed to winter habitats as their eggs incubate for the next several months. • Fish energy needs and […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Migrating into Fall

  Thursday, September 28th, 2017

  Photo by Lisa Wan. September is a time of change for wildlife in Teton Park. Many ungulates (hoofed animals) are mating, birds are abandoning territories and embarking on their fall migration, and all animals are preparing for the winter months ahead. • By the end of September, elk, moose, and pronghorn are still breeding but […]

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Foraging Toward Fall

  Wednesday, August 30th, 2017

  August is a busy month for wildlife in the park as bears are intensively foraging, elk are preparing for the rut, and eagles have recently fledged.

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Transitioning Into Summer

  Thursday, June 29th, 2017

  Longer days and warmer temperatures mark summer’s arrival in Grand Teton National Park. As daily high temperatures rise with the season, mid-day animal activity will be reduced considerably. Be sure to get out early in the morning or later in the evening for your best chance to see some of the park’s incredible wildlife.

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Cubs, Calves, & Nestlings

  Tuesday, May 30th, 2017

  Spring brings new life to Grand Teton National Park. The valley is a vibrant green and buzzing with the arrival of migratory birds and baby animals. Be safe and enjoy the park’s remarkable wildlife during this special time of year!

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Restoring Energy Through Spring Foraging

  Wednesday, April 26th, 2017

  Spring provides wildlife with vital energy resources to help them regain strength after winter in Grand Teton.

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Grand Teton’s Wildlife Running Low on Energy as Spring Begins

  Thursday, March 30th, 2017

  This is a challenging time of year for wildlife as winter fat reserves have been depleted and new season plant growth is in its earliest stages and limited in distribution.

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Heavy Snowfall Impacts Animals in Grand Teton National Park

  Friday, February 24th, 2017

  Record snow depths in both the mountains and valley have brought many deer, elk, and moose to the lowest elevations of the park and Jackson Hole. Many of these animals are not used to being in such close proximity to people, which can add considerable stress and lower fitness.

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Survival of the Fittest

  Thursday, January 26th, 2017

  Cold temperatures and abundant valley snowfall have Grand Teton’s wildlife utilizing all of their incredible adaptations to navigate and survive the harsh winter season.

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Hibernation & Migration

  Wednesday, November 30th, 2016

  The Tetons are beautifully blanketed in snow and winter is quickly approaching. Some wildlife in Grand Teton are settling into their winter dens, while others have left the park for warmer winter ranges.

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Warming Up for Winter

  Tuesday, October 25th, 2016

  Fall means wildlife is on the move! Mule Deer are migrating to warmer winter destinations while migratory birds have already left the valley. Read more about fall in Grand Teton and how wildlife prepares for the cooler months ahead.

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Mating, Migration, and More!

  Wednesday, September 28th, 2016

  By the end of September, animals are reading for the winter months ahead. Elk, moose, and pronghorn are still breeding, but won’t be for much longer. The forests, meadows, and shrublands are quiet in the mornings as breeding birds abandon territories and begin migrations to distant wintering areas.

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  Wildlife Whereabouts: Foraging, Fighting, and Fledging

  Tuesday, August 30th, 2016

  August is a busy month for wildlife in the park as bears are foraging, elk and bison are preparing for the rut, and eagles are fledging.

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