Wyoming Game and Fish Department

On the evening of Tuesday, October 22, 2024, grizzly bear 399 was fatally struck by a vehicle on Highway 26/89 in Snake River Canyon, south of Jackson, WY. The bear's identity was confirmed through ear tags and a microchip.

Wildlife managers are again urging the public to practice responsible wildlife viewing behavior and obey traffic laws to ensure safety for both people and grizzly bears. Approaching bears and/or parking on the highway is not only illegal but also poses significant risks, especially with grizzly...

The U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) is announcing additional opportunities to engage in the development of Updated Bison and Elk Management Plan (Plan) for the National Elk Refuge.

Wildlife managers are asking for the public’s assistance to help keep both bears and humans safe by observing responsible wildlife viewing behavior and lawfully operating vehicles by not parking on the highway or roadside

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Grand Teton National Park, Bridger-Teton National Forest, and Wyoming Game & Fish Department are working together to mitigate conflicts in bear country, but success can only be achieved with the support of local communities.