wildlife

Yellowstone has about 4,900 bison.

A distance of at least 100 yards should be maintained from all bears and wolves.

Taz was on hand to see the bear's recent release back into the wild.

Seeing the severity of the wounds, the third-generation rancher knew exactly what had happened and what he needed to do.

More than 1,000 species are covered under the law.

It also calls for new regulations allowing the sterilization of horses roaming federal lands.

A sexually mature lake trout starts laying eggs at age 5-6 and can live as long as 50 years.

Once Smith was out of the area, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department began investigating the scene.

Officials say department regulations have helped reduce livestock conflicts.

The deaths were noted beginning in February.