Elk

The World’s Largest Known Organism In Trouble

The world’s largest and possibly oldest living organism is Pando, a Quaking Aspen clone living in Utah. Best guesses place it at 80,000 years old but over grazing from deer and elk are threatening its existence now.

The World’s Largest Known Organism In Trouble

When the Boss Shows You His Ballot

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Wildlife Crossings

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Bugling Signals Cultural Survival

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Elk Farming or Hunting?

Idaho could join other western states in banning private elk ranches over concerns about ethical hunting and weakening the wild herd.

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Velvet Antler

An ancient Chinese remedy is being marketed in the United States as relief for arthritis sufferers. Velvet antler is a dietary supplement that comes from the ground antlers of deer and elk, although there’s been no independent research on the effectiveness of the substance. Charlotte Renner of Maine Public Radio visited a farmer in Mapleton, […]

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Chronic Wasting Disease

An illness similar to mad cow disease is affecting deer and elk populations in the mid-west and western part of the U.S. There’s no proof yet that chronic wasting disease can affect people. But wildlife managers are worried that the disease could decimate deer and elk numbers, so they’ve taken some controversial measures to stop […]

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Elk-Calling

Arts, Culture & Media

Faith talks to America’s First Family of Elk-Calling, the Bungays of Kalispell, Montana, who have all perfected the art of grunting and squealing like an elk.