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- 1Montana officials euthanize 14 black bears●Fish, Wildlife and Parks euthanizes 14 black bears after finding them ‘extremely food conditioned’
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks has euthanized 14 black bears after determining they were 'extremely food conditioned', meaning the animals had grown dependent on human food sources and posed a safety risk. The decision highlights ongoing conflicts between wildlife and people in areas where bears access garbage, campsites and other food, and it has drawn public attention to bear management practices.
- 2Florida Trend Highlights UF's Role in Protecting Wildlife Corridor●Florida Trend Highlights UF’s Role in Protecting the Florida Wildlife Corridor
Florida Trend magazine has featured the University of Florida's work in protecting the Florida Wildlife Corridor. The coverage credits UF, particularly its College of Design, Construction and Planning, with research and planning efforts supporting the corridor, a network of connected habitats that allows wildlife such as panthers and black bears to move across the state. The piece underscores the university's growing role in statewide conservation policy.