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Michigan confirms first cougar cubs in 100 years. What DNR scientists are saying
The 7- to 9-week-old cubs were found on private land in Ontonagon County in the western Upper Peninsula. A local residents photographed them.
DNR hopes to confirm cougar is with her cubs
The news Thursday that cougar cubs had turned up in the Upper Peninsula — Michigan’s first confirmed wild cubs in more than a century — sparked both elation and worry. The elation came that a female cougar may have actually made the 900-plus-miles journey from most likely the Black Hills of South Dakota to end
Cougar Kittens Confirmed in Michigan for the First Time in a Century
Wildlife officials confirm the first cougar kittens born in Michigan in over 100 years. However, they haven't been seen in over a week.
Cougar cubs spotted in Michigan wild for first time in 100 years
For the first time in more than a century, cougar cubs have been spotted living in the Michigan wild. On Wednesday, state biologists confirmed two cougar cubs were on private land in Ontonagon County in the western Upper Peninsula.
Cougar cubs found in Michigan for first time in more than a century
Scientists confirmed on Wednesday that a pair of wild cat cubs spotted on March 6 by a couple of Yooper motorists in Ontonagon County were cougars, approximately 7 to 9 weeks old. Officials said this is the first time cougar cubs have been verified since the big cats were hunted out of existence in Michigan in the early 1900s.
First cougar cubs spotted in Michigan in more than 100 years
Two cougar cubs were spotted in Michigan for the first time in over a century.They were found without their mother on private land i
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Residents push to protect goose population from gassing, killing by Michigan DNR
The Commerce Township resident calls the practice cruel and a horrible way for the species to die an unnatural death.
Michigan DNR cautions yard waste burning amid windy forecast
The Michigan DNR warned that just because the weather is warm doesn't mean conditions are safe for burning. Recent dry ...
Michigan DNR warns against burning after fire breaks out in Cedar Springs
Recent weather conditions prompt West Michigan fire warning; DNR advises against outdoor burning due to high fire danger.
Michigan DNR 'open' to changes in deer-baiting penalties as it seeks license fee hikes
The Michigan DNR is asking state lawmakers to increase hunting and fishing licenses, while being "open" to changing its ...
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Michigan considers return to year-round coyote hunting while facing legal challenge
Michigan shortened the coyote season in 2024 to avoid orphaning newborn pups, but a year later the issue is again rearing its ...
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Michigan DNR to gas Canada geese at problematic sites
For now — the dead geese will just be taken to a landfill. The DNR is working to implement a program to process the meat ...
DNR warns Michiganders of fire dangers amid high winds
Dangers are high due to gusty winds throughout the rest of the week. “We’re asking people to limit outdoor burning later ...
DNR offers Winged Wednesday texts. How to sign up for Michigan bird watching alerts
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the DNR has been offering weekly alerts about species passing through or stopping in Michigan.
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Popular Lake Michigan rock hunting beach to close for renovation
GANGES TOWNSHIP, MI — A popular rock hunting beach will close for renovations on March 24. Work at Pier Cove Park, about 7 ...
Michigan officials tweak policy on how to manage nuisance populations of Canada geese
If they find a reliable food source, Canada geese will stay in Michigan year-round. And they are often a nuisance.