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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Wildlife Whereabouts: Park Animals Pushed to Their Limits by Record-Breaking Snowfall READ MORE
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 …
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 …
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 …
August Wildlife Whereabouts: Preparing for the Rut READ MORE
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …