Megan Moriarty

Abstract Chemical immobilization is essential for ensuring the safety and welfare of wildlife and researchers during animal handling. We analyzed observation data from 1,464 immobilization procedures on 625 northern elephant seals (Mirounga angustirostris) conducted between 2004 and 2025 to describe our practices and insights.

Audubon Upper Mississippi River and partners requested the proclamation to help reduce light pollution This article is from Audubon Upper Mississippi River. The week of October 7-12, 2024, is officially Lights Out Week in the state of Minnesota. Audubon Upper Mississippi River and DarkSky International chapter Starry Skies North secured this proclamation as part of their collaborative work to reduce light pollution and make the night skies darker for birds and people.

The annual event highlights the remote village’s terns and Alaska Native community. Photography by Sydney Walsh (Network Photographer), Mike Fernandez (Video Producer) Vengeance leaves the harbor at around 8 a.m. The 30-foot aluminum boat is captained by Mark Sappington, the owner of Yakutat Charter Boat Company, who navigates the waters in a Carhartt jacket with the words “Fish Master” embroidered on the front pocket.