New Mexico Department of Wildlife officers are responding to a record number of bear conflicts, including trap baiting in Taos County.
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November 3, 2026
Bear Rehab Center Cares for 17 BearsNew Mexico's only bear rehabilitation facility handled its busiest summer in nearly a decade, as drought pushed bears toward neighborhoods and dumpsters.
October 23, 2026
Canada Lynx Photographed in New Mexico ForestResearcher captures first confirmed sighting of a threatened lynx in the state in over 25 years.
October 10, 2026
Mexican Gray Wolf Returned to New MexicoA male wolf tracked by federal officials has crossed back into New Mexico after being released in Chihuahua, Mexico.
October 7, 2026
New Mexico Male Tarantulas Have Begun Mating SeasonMale tarantulas are venturing from their burrows across New Mexico to locate mates this fall.
September 21, 2026
New Mexico Listed Northern Leopard Frog as EndangeredThe state has granted endangered status to the northern leopard frog following significant population declines.
