The Elusive Pacific Marten in New Mexico
In the high–elevation forests of Northern New Mexico is an elusive and little-known member of the weasel family, the Pacific marten (Martes caurina). The Pacific marten is classified as a Species of [...]
2023-2024 Oryx Hunting Forecast
Also known as gemsbok, South African oryx are a visually striking, large African antelope with distinct markings and long, straight horns grown by both sexes. Males typically have horns that are heavier and have [...]
Pronóstico de caza del órix 2023-2024
También conocido como gemsbok, los órix sudafricanos son grandes antílopes africanos visualmente llamativos con marcas distintivas y cuernos largos y rectos desarrollados por ambos sexos. Los machos suelen tener cuernos que son más pesados [...]
Game wardens’ work brings poachers to justice
The articles in this special edition of New Mexico Wildlife are just a small example of the criminal cases and issues that game wardens face when protecting New Mexico’s wildlife. These cases can take [...]
A Serious Case of Oryx Poaching
In January 2022, Socorro District Cpl. Jake Baulch received an anonymous tip. A hunter had information about fraudulent hunting activity involving the owner of Wing River Outfitters, Jared Piepkorn. The hunter knew people who [...]
Ashlynn McGinnis: A Rising Star in Archery
The world of competitive archery has witnessed the rise of new, young talent from New Mexico. Ashlynn McGinnis, a student from Deming High School, made a significant mark in the 2024 National Archery in [...]