Latest wildlife safety news
Hiker almost kicks elk in face posing for pictures at Grand Canyon
By Cat Ellis published
The animal was feeding from a nearby tree when the woman decided she wanted a picture
National Park visitors are trashing bear boxes – and Rangers say it has to stop
By Cat Ellis published
Rangers at Grand Teton shared a photo of a box filled with garbage, leaving other visitors with no safe food storage
Yellowstone hiker gives picture-perfect demonstration of how NOT to photograph bison
By Cat Ellis published
All the warning signs were there
Barefoot tourist tries to befriend moose at Rocky Mountain National Park – it doesn't go well
By Cat Ellis published
Moose are huge, powerful animals not to be underestimated
Clueless tourist tries to get elk's attention by yelling – it works a little too well
By Cat Ellis published
Elk might seem docile at first, but they're as unpredictable as any wild animal and their mood can change in a flash
Don't panic – experts have debunked viral photo of 'giant' grizzly bear paw
By Cat Ellis published
Bears will soon be waking from hibernation, but you won't need to worry about any quite this massive
Wildlife safety: 8 tips for surprise encounters
By Julia Clarke last updated
Our straightforward guide to wildlife safety covers universal principles to help to keep you – and local wildlife – stay safe when you're exploring the backcountry
Careless tourists sent running after angry bison hops onto Yellowstone boardwalk
By Cat Ellis published
A raised tail spells trouble
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