Wildlife

Caution to Utahns leaf peeping: fall mating season increases risk of wildlife interactions

Kevin Cody
Oct 11, 2022

A cow moose and her calves Photo: Courtesy of Utah Division of Wildlife Resources

UTAH — With the fall season taking over, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (UDWR) is reminding Utahans to admire all the vibrant colors while remaining aware of animals crossing roadways and hiking trails.

The fall is mating season for many animals, including elk and moose. Moose, in particular, tend to be more active and on the move raising the risk of collision with a passing car. The same goes for hiking, as it’s essential to be aware of wildlife and maintain a safe distance for you and the animal to remain safe.

More tips on how to enjoy nature in Utah safely can be found on Wild Aware Utah’s social media and website.

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By: Kevin Cody

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Like many transplants to Utah, Kevin started his journey to Park City as a ski instructor in 2014 and fell in love with the mountains enough to stay. A skier since the age of 2 and a half, he still gets excited about carving turns down the slopes and hopping into the powder on snow days. Kevin's passion for storytelling and photography led him to a second bachelor's degree focused on communications and fine art photography from the University of Utah. Paired with his first undergrad in ecology from Oklahoma State University, Kevin particularly enjoys writing environmental and nature stories. In his spare time, you can usually find him in his jeep looking for wildlife and landscapes to photograph.

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