Wildlife Program Highlights

BLM works hard on its permits and environmental impact statements, trying to make sure all the science that's needed is included. If the plans or permits are in the Arctic, the polar bear can be a large part of that science, and that means BLM Alaska biologist Craig Perham will be busy.

Just like the midnight sun, berry picking is a key part of an Alaskan summer. This guide includes some benefits, dangers, and permitting basics for picking berries on BLM-managed lands.

The Arizona Game and Fish Commission presented BLM Arizona State Director Ray Suazo with its 2019 Advocate of the Year award at an awards banquet.

Desert bighorn sheep populations across southeastern Arizona have greatly increased thanks to a partnership between the BLM, Arizona Game and Fish Department, and the Arizona Desert Bighorn Sheep Society.

Bats are sometimes depicted as scary creatures. The truth is that bats are far from scary, and they are one of Nature’s biggest helpers. The Bureau of Land Management is absolutely batty about them! We work collaboratively with partners to conserve bat habitat and manage the land for multiple use while wildlife habitat in mind