I think this is a nice addition to the library of articles that have been posted. Well written and informative.
Can I take it you will accept recommendations from the "gentle reader' via this comments section?
If so, I would nominate the clarks nutcracker as a very worthy bird to look for, and the symbiotic relationship between them and the grizzly and the white pine is amazing. I would also recommend a section on amphibians which are well represented in the park.
One last thing is that I can almost always see black bears in the Tower Junction area!
Well done, and congratulations;
Tim
May bew interesting to note the particular species of trout in Yellowstone. I beieve that there are yellowstone Cutthroat as well as Lake Trout in those waters. There are also other fish that are not known as game fish.
May also be helpful to suggest that polorized lenses will help when looking for and photographing fish.
Nice article. Fell free to link my Predators and Prey of the Rocky Mountains to the particular species that your are featuring for more information.
Fish: you're right. Plus there are non-native game species. I never thought to use polarized lenses (which I don't own, anyway, more's the pity). I'll add these items to the next edit.
Links: added all your articles as "related," and will add some links in my text in the next go-round. If I missed any pictures from YNP, please let me know.
I studied riparian species primarily. So, mostly songbirds with closer attention to yellow warblers, Macgillivray's warblers, song sparrows, Dusky flycatchers, and robins. But, I looked at a bunch of species. :-)
The bechler corner is full of wild raspberries and huckleberries. This attracts many, many bears in late july early august when the berries are ripe. As lush as the meadows are for grazing, there are very few elk/ moose in the region anymore. Ive seen tracks, but over the last 10 years I have only ever spotted wolves, grizz and black bears. You will see many hummingbirds and fish in the crystal clear rivers. Osprey and eagles in the sky, and a few beavers. Did I mention how many bears there are in early august? Good thing they are lazy and just sit and eat berries.
samh - Oct 30, 2008 11:16 am - Voted 10/10
ExhaustiveArthur, thank you for the exhaustive wildlife breakdown in Yellowstone.
Arthur Digbee - Nov 4, 2008 3:30 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: ExhaustiveThanks!
T Sharp - Nov 2, 2008 3:09 pm - Voted 10/10
Very Nice ArticleI think this is a nice addition to the library of articles that have been posted. Well written and informative.
Can I take it you will accept recommendations from the "gentle reader' via this comments section?
If so, I would nominate the clarks nutcracker as a very worthy bird to look for, and the symbiotic relationship between them and the grizzly and the white pine is amazing. I would also recommend a section on amphibians which are well represented in the park.
One last thing is that I can almost always see black bears in the Tower Junction area!
Well done, and congratulations;
Tim
Arthur Digbee - Nov 4, 2008 3:33 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: Very Nice ArticleThanks!
The Clark's is a good idea, I'll put that on my to-do list here. If you have suggestions for the text, please PM me.
Amphibians are also a good idea, though I can't remember ever seeing any. Got any pictures?
Black bear: yeah, I see them around Tower too, and for several miles west of there.
FlatheadNative - Nov 2, 2008 5:27 pm - Voted 10/10
Fish and suchMay bew interesting to note the particular species of trout in Yellowstone. I beieve that there are yellowstone Cutthroat as well as Lake Trout in those waters. There are also other fish that are not known as game fish.
May also be helpful to suggest that polorized lenses will help when looking for and photographing fish.
Nice article. Fell free to link my Predators and Prey of the Rocky Mountains to the particular species that your are featuring for more information.
Arthur Digbee - Nov 4, 2008 3:35 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: Fish and suchFish: you're right. Plus there are non-native game species. I never thought to use polarized lenses (which I don't own, anyway, more's the pity). I'll add these items to the next edit.
Links: added all your articles as "related," and will add some links in my text in the next go-round. If I missed any pictures from YNP, please let me know.
Overall: thanks!
Dave K - Nov 4, 2008 3:14 pm - Voted 10/10
NiceIf I have some time I might be able to help with the birding section. I spent several summers doing a bird study in nearby Targhee national forest.
Arthur Digbee - Nov 4, 2008 3:36 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: NiceBirding help would be great, thanks in advance. What species were you studying?
Dave K - Nov 4, 2008 9:02 pm - Voted 10/10
Re: NiceI studied riparian species primarily. So, mostly songbirds with closer attention to yellow warblers, Macgillivray's warblers, song sparrows, Dusky flycatchers, and robins. But, I looked at a bunch of species. :-)
FlatheadNative - Nov 4, 2008 9:11 pm - Voted 10/10
shiras vs. wyoming moosewhich species lives in the park? we have the shiras in glacier national park
Arthur Digbee - Nov 6, 2008 9:30 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: shiras vs. wyoming mooseBased on the range, it must be shiras only. But you have the shiras page, you tell me! ;)
FlatheadNative - Nov 6, 2008 11:06 pm - Voted 10/10
Re: shiras vs. wyoming mooseActually both live there. The Shiras is also know as the Wyoming Moose so there you have it. It the same species. How's that for confusing?
Diego Sahagún - Nov 5, 2008 5:58 am - Hasn't voted
Why not...adding the scientific (Latin) names of the species?
Gracias
Arthur Digbee - Nov 6, 2008 9:28 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: Why not...Good question. I've put this on my to-do list.
phatty - Jul 10, 2013 1:49 pm - Hasn't voted
Bechler CornerThe bechler corner is full of wild raspberries and huckleberries. This attracts many, many bears in late july early august when the berries are ripe. As lush as the meadows are for grazing, there are very few elk/ moose in the region anymore. Ive seen tracks, but over the last 10 years I have only ever spotted wolves, grizz and black bears. You will see many hummingbirds and fish in the crystal clear rivers. Osprey and eagles in the sky, and a few beavers. Did I mention how many bears there are in early august? Good thing they are lazy and just sit and eat berries.
Arthur Digbee - Jan 14, 2014 8:55 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: Bechler CornerGreat tip! I still haven't been to Bechler.