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State adopts reduced subsistence hunting limit for Western Arctic caribou of 15 animals a year

State adopts reduced subsistence hunting limit for Western Arctic caribou of 15 animals a year
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Proposed Road for Mining Project Could Have Devastating Impact on Alaska Habitat

Native Alaskans and environmental groups fear damage to the habitat and interruption of wildlife migration if approved.

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Oil field road traffic disrupts North Slope caribou more than previously recognized

Road traffic has long posed a challenge to caribou on the North Slope. For decades, there has been a standard for oil field traffic heavy enough to disturb the animals:

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Oil field road traffic disrupts North Slope caribou more than previously recognized

A new study adds to mounting evidence about caribou sensitivity to roads, raising questions about further development in the animals’ habitat

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Oil field road traffic disrupts North Slope caribou more than previously recognized

New study raises questions about further development in the animals’ habitat

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