AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWildlife Conflict: Montana officials have euthanized 14 black bears this fall after drought and scarce natural foods drove bears toward garbage and birdfeeders. Wildlife agencies urge residents to secure attractants to prevent more deadly encounters. Yellowstone Discovery: A University of Wyoming student found three rare ice-crawler insects in Yellowstone. Little is known about the bugs or their isolated alpine habitats. Climate and Utilities: Seventeen groups are suing Montana’s Public Service Commission, saying it must consider climate impacts in its decisions. A separate report says drought is fueling calls for closer review of data centers’ water needs. Changing West: A new study finds nearly 400 glaciers in the American West have disappeared since the mid-20th century, with glacier area down about 35%. Fish and Wildlife: Montana FWP adopted new fishing rules that expand angling for nonnative fish, including an order to kill brown trout in the Flathead. The agency also reports deer and antelope deaths linked to hemorrhagic disease.
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