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In the 1920s, Washington introduced mountain goats for hunting; the herd grew and damaged rare alpine plants and soils

In Washington State’s Olympic Mountains, a wildlife decision made more than 80 years ago has created a conservation challenge. According to The National Park Service report, in the 1920s, mountain ...
Vox

Something weird is happening to these Alpine goats. Scientists say it’s an ominous sign.

When news breaks, you need to understand what actually matters — and what to do about it. At Vox, our mission to help you make sense of the world has never been more vital. But we can’t do it on our ...
The Salt Lake Tribune

Utah looks to expand mountain goat range, but at what cost to alpine landscapes?

Mountain goats are among the most majestic wild ungulates roaming the West, but Utah wildlife officials’ latest effort to expand the nonnative species’ range is drawing fire from environmental groups.