Tag: Wildlife

On September 6, 2023, the Biden administration canceled the last remaining oil and gas leases issued under the Trump administration in the Arctic Refuge. The decision protects more than 13 million acres in the Western Arctic, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including polar bears, caribou, and migratory birds. The cancellation of the leases was a major victory for environmentalists and Alaska Natives, who have long opposed drilling in the refuge. The Biden administration said that the decision was necessary to protect the environment and the climate, and to honor the culture and history of Alaska Natives. State Wildlife Officials in Alaska Kill Nearly 100 Brown Bears in Less Than a Month State wildlife officials in Alaska have killed nearly 100 brown bears in less than a month ...