Inside Yellowstone - Features & Processes Videos

Wolf Cascade


Topic: Though wolves are only one of the species in the park they are inextricably linked to many other animal and plant species. The trophic cascade of effects caused by their reintroduction is being studied.

2 minute 03 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger Beth Taylor


Lone wolf running through snow.

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Coyote or Wolf?


Topic: What's the difference between a coyote and a wolf? Those of us who love domestic dogs also find these two canids fascinating.

2 minute 14 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger Beth Taylor


Side-by-side photos of coyote and wolf show the differences.

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Yellowstone's Bears


Topic: Want to see bears? Yellowstone's visitors have held a fascination for park bears throughout the history of the Yellowstone.

2 minute 15 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger Beth Taylor


Head portraits of grizzly and blackbear show some of hte differences.

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Bighorn Sheep


Topic: Bighorn Sheep can be seen on some of the cliffs in the park. Their remarkable adaptations allow them to escape predators by running down cliffs that the predators cannot handle. Learn more in this short video.

2 minute 17 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger Beth Taylor


A large bighorn sheep ram runs down a hill.

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River Otter


Topic: River otters can be found in many of Yellowstone's waterways. Learn more about their lifestyle in this short video.

2 minute 08 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger Beth Taylor


Cone geyser shooting a large burst of steam from its vent.

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Beaver


Topic: Beavers are on a comeback. Join us on this video to learn more about our beavers and some possible reasons for their return.

2 minute 58 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


Beaver eating.

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Respect for Wildlife


Topic: Wildlife watching opportunities in Yellowstone are endless. This video provides the information needed to allow visitors to watch wildlife safely and respectfully.

2 minute 08 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger Beth Taylor


Family watches a moose from a safe distance of over 25 yards.

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Uinta Ground Squirrel


Topic: Uinta ground squirrels are sometimes mistaken for prairie dogs. They hibernate for most of the year, coming above ground in the spring and early summer to feed on the temporarily lush vegetation.

2 minute 13 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


One adult and one juvenile ground squirrel stand erect near their hole.

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Mountain Lion


Topic: They are rarely seen, but Yellowstone contains the perfect habitat for mountain lions.

2 minute 08 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


A mountain lion stands on a rock looking down over the edge.

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Clark's Nutcracker


Topic: This special bird can feed a bear and plant a forest.

2 minute 18 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


A Clark's Nutcracker with its grey body, black wings, and white rump perches on the branch of a tree.

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Moose


Topic: Dawn and dusk are the best time to see moose. But where should you look?

2 minute 14 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


A cow moose looks out from behind a pine tree.

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Trumpeter Swan


Topic: The beauty of these birds should be enjoyed from a distance.

2 minute 03 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


An adult trumpeter swan sits on a nest consisting of dried reeds.

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Tracks in Snow


Topic: Can you look at animal tracks and see the past?

2 minute 20 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


Closeup of a single canid track in the snow.

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Hibernation


Topic: Take a closer look at how some animals survive Yellowstone's harsh winters.

2 minute 23 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


A grizzly bear walks across the snow after waking from its hibernation.

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Winter Animal Adaptations


Topic: Yellowstone's wildlife prepares for a long winter season in many ways.

2 minute 11 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


Four bison stand together in the snow.

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Cold Water Fishery


Topic: Yellowstone's cool climate and abundance of water, creates some perfect fish habitat.

2 minute 11 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


The Yellowstone River winds through a snow-covered Hayden Valley.

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Winter Wildlife Viewing


Topic: You will need to dress warmly, but the wildlife viewing is spectacular.

2 minute 10 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


A wolf, lying in the snow, stares at the photographer.

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Winter Wolf Research


Topic: Researchers brave extreme conditions to understand how wolves are impacting Yellowstone.
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2 minute 33 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


Wolf researcher, Doug Smith holds a tranquilized wolf in his lap while sitting on a snow pile.

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Bugle of the Elk


Topic: Follow Yellowstone's most abundant large mammal through the seasons.

2 minute 15 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


A bull elk with large antlers stands in a grassy field.

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Bison


Topic: You will never forget the first time you see a bison in the wild. They seem to conjure up some deep rooted emotions from our past.

2 minute 11 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


A huge bull bison stands defiantly on a grassy hillside.

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American Dipper


Topic: While people seem to travel here from every corner of the planet, for a chance to see some of the park's large mammals, one of the most impressive species here is a bird that could fit in the palm or your hand.

2 minute 42 seconds
Written By George Heinz

Presented By:
Park Ranger Kelly English


Closup of an American Dipper (bird) standing on a rock at the edge of a stream with an aquatic insect in its beak.

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Bear Safety


Topic: Learning what foods are available at certain times of the year can help you avoid confrontations.

2 minute 23 seconds
Written & Presented By:
Park Ranger George Heinz


Lone grizzly bear standing in sage brush.

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The Wolverine Study


Topic: The wolverine is an elusive and fascinating animal you may never see.

3 minute 31 seconds
Written by: George Heinz

Presented by:
Park Ranger Kelli English


Close-up of a baby wolverine in the snow.

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Winter Bird Watching


Topic: Visitors traveling to and from the West Entrance are rewarded with some of the most beautiful scenery in the country.

2 minute 36 seconds
Written by: George Heinz

Presented by:
Park Ranger Kelli English


A close-up of a bald eagle sitting on a branch with a brilliant blue sky.

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Bonus Features
Related Web Pages:

Yellowstone Wildlife
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/animals.htm

Yellowstone Mammals
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/mammals.htm

Viewing Wildlife in Yellowstone
http://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/viewanim.htm

Wildlife Safety Videos
http://www.nps.gov/yell/photosmultimedia/safetyvideos.htm

Birds of Yellowstone
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/birds.htm

Reptiles of Yellowstone
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/reptiles.htm

Amphibians of Yellowstone
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/amphibians.htm

Montana Species of Concern
http://fwp.mt.gov/wildthings/concern/

Clark's Nutcracker Page - Discovering Lewis & Clark Website
http://www.lewis-clark.org/content/content-article.asp?ArticleID=559

Yellowstone's Moose Page
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/moose.htm

Yellowstone's Denning & Hibernation Page
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/denning.htm

Yellowstone's Bear Page
http ://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/bears.htm

Yellowstone's Trumpeter Swan Page
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/tumpeterswan.htm

How do Animals Spend the Winter Page
http://www.sciencemadesimple.com/animals.html

Yellowstone's Fishing Page
http://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/fishing.htm

Greater Yellowstone Science Learning Center - Lake Trout Page
http://www.greateryellowstonescience.org/topics/biological/fish/laketrout

Yellowstone's Wolf Page
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/wolves.htm

Yellowstone's Coyote Page
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/coyotes.htm

Yellowstone's Elk Page
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/elk.htm

Frequently Asked Questions about Bison
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/bisonqa.htm

The Eventual Elimination of Brucellosis from Greater Yellowstone Wildlife
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/brucellosis.htm

Yellowstone's Bird Page
http://www.nps.gov/yell/naturescience/birds.htm

Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology - American Dipper Page
http://www.allaboutbirds.org/guide/American_Dipper/id



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