Untamed

The Vital Role of Predators

Humans have a complicated relationship with their native wild carnivores, often with attempts to actively eliminate these animals, leaving behind ecosystems in dire need of that natural control mechanism. Predator management continues to be a highly contentious issue. Finding a way to coexist is essential, not only for human safety and animal welfare but also for habitat and ecosystem health.

The Vital Role of Predators

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    Wild Winter Worlds

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    How do wildlife survive the tougher winter months? With cold temperatures and fewer food resources, the winter season can be challenging for a variety of wild animals. Some animals migrate to different areas, some hunker down for a long winter’s nap, and some simply continue their daily activities.

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    Pollinators

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    Pollinators are a vital part of our world and are essential for creating and maintaining habitats that many animals – including us! – rely on for food and shelter. The diversity of pollinators in a particular area is a key indicator to the health of an overall ecosystem.

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    Protecting our watersheds

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    Without water, our world would look very different; without the watersheds which capture, coalesce, move, and recycle water throughout a natural system, human and wildlife habitats would not be the same. Watch Ed Clark and other wildlife conservationist as they explain the challenges facing our watersheds and what we need to do to make sure they are protected so all life on earth can survive.

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