Yellowstone Area Grizzlies Delisted as Endangered Species

The Montana Grizzlies will soon be under new management.

We’re not talking about the UM football team, but rather the grizzly bear population in the state. Specifically, those living in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke announced that the agency plans on removing grizzlies living in the Yellowstone area from Endangered Species Act protection and turning management to the states and tribes.

The announcement was made June 22. The rule takes effect 30 days after it is published in the Federal Register.

“This achievement stands as one of America’s great conservation...

 

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