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Yellowstone National ParkBull moose grazing in stream.
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Yellowstone National Park
Worldwide Whooping Crane Population Chart
Year Wild & Experimental Population Captive Population Total
1996 222 129 351
1997 245 98 343
1998 265 132 397
1999 252 133 385
Dog Hooked to Travois for Transporting Goods.  

Did You Know?
Some groups of Shoshone Indians, who adapted to a mountain existence, chose not to acquire the horse. These included the Sheep Eaters, or Tukudika, who used dogs to transport food, hides, and other provisions. The Sheep Eaters lived in many locations in Yellowstone.

Last Updated: July 28, 2006 at 15:47 EST