State of Grizzlies in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

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USGS photo of grizzly bear family in Yellowstone National Park by Kim Keating.

In a conclusion that might not seem to be too surprising, U.S. Geological Survey researchers have found that rural development in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem threatens the future of grizzly bear populations in the region, which includes Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks.

Listen to this podcast to hear details of the report, which was published in the Journal of Wildlife Management.