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Researchers are studying the the impact of elephant populations on grassland trees and vegetation.

UA Researchers Study Impact of Elephants on South African Landscapes

Elephant populations are prospering but causing problems for grassland tree and vegetation growth.
Sunset at the Ciénega de Santa Clara in northern Mexico. The wetland is fed by salty runoff from American farms near Yuma, Arizona.

As the Colorado River Basin Dries, Can an Accidental Oasis Survive?

As the fate of the Colorado River's delta is in the hands of many groups, inadvertent wetland Ciénega de Santa Clara has an uncertain future.
A recent Arizona Game and Fish Department event spotlighting endangered black-footed ferrets found only four of the animals.

Endangered Black-Footed Ferret Count Falls Short of Agency Hopes

A recent Arizona Game and Fish spotlight event found only four ferrets in the wild.
Bison near the Grand Canyon, alongside Highway 67. Bison are on the list on animal carcasses requested of Arizona Game and Fish.

Agency Collecting Animals Killed by Cars, Poachers for Tribes

The state's wildlife agency is helping Native American tribes looking for animal parts for cultural and religious use.
Mexican wolf.

Study Confirms Mexican Wolf Status, Changes Red Wolf Classification

The study recommends maintaining the wolf's endangered subspecies status, which it may be stripped of.
The Sea Shepherd pulls an illegal fishing net from the water in the vaquita refuge area. On March 12, 2019, the crew found a net with what they believe was a dead vaquita marina porpoise entangled in it.

Body of Dead Vaquita Porpoise Found as Report Says Only 10 Left

The critically endangered marine mammal found in the Sea of Cortez is in danger of extinction due to illegal fishing nets.
The Sonoran Ecology and Sustainable Development Commission's Shandira Romero finishes installing a game camera.

With Arizona's Help, Sonoran Officials Install Dozens of Game Cameras

Many species' territories span the border, and game cams in both countries help agencies understand those animals.
Many poppies are blooming at Catalina State Park, providing interesting color and shadows in the area, March 4, 2019.

Wildflowers Show Off Their Colors Around Arizona

Fall and winter rains provided a necessary resource for brilliant blooms.
Radiant Gesture (2013) Joanna Frueh, photographed by Frances Murray, from "Unapologetic Beauty"

Discovering "Unapologetic Beauty"

Also on Arizona Spotlight: An artist finds her dream job in the wilderness; and, part 2 of a discussion on "The Insect Apocalypse".
Author, poet and regular NPR commentator Kwame Alexander.

Kwame Alexander's Love Affair with Words

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Charles J. Babbitt's new guide for birding in Arizona; and, what's happening to planet Earth's insects?
Sherri Williamson prepares to tag a hummingbird at San Pedro House in Cochise County. September 22, 2018

Playing Tag With Hummingbirds

Volunteers and scientists are tracking some of the smallest residents of Cochise County.
A monarch in Arizona.

Western Wildlife Agencies Finalize Monarch Butterfly Plan

The group, which includes Arizona Game and Fish have a conservation plan for the butterflies, which have seen plummeting populations.
Researchers view the collective behavior of ants to search for links to human behavior.

UA Scientist Looks At Significance of Small-Scale Social Life

Finding clues to human intelligence in behavior of bees and ants
Outfitter Jim Schaafsma hands a rifle to hunter Brandon Barnwell.

In Sonora, Hunting Means Big Business and Conservation

State officials are estimating up to $30 million in economic impact this season.
The fishing cat is about twice as big as the domestic cat and can be found in various parts of Asia.

A Fascination for Fishing Cats

A University of Arizona scientist is helping the rare and unique felines.
A photograph by Carrie Schneider included in the MOCA Tucson show "Dazzled: OMD, Memphis Design & Beyond".

"Dazzle Ships" in Tucson

Also on Arizona Spotlight: UA scientist studies "fishing cats"; Rain Pryor talks about "Fried Chicken & Latkes"; and two moments in time from poet Brother Be.

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