Arkansas Wildlife
Arkansas Wildlife Magazine
November/December 2025 Articles
6 Vehicle Strikes Mountain Lion
A 160-pound, male mountain lion was killed in Hot Spring County as it crossed Arkansas Highway 84 in darkness in early October. By Randy Zellers and Jeff Williams.
8 Emergency Order Changes Trout Regulations
A loss of millions of trout at Norfork National Fish Hatchery and last spring’s flood at an AGFC hatchery temporarily created changes for tailwater anglers. By Jim Harris.
10 Temper Waterfowl Expectations
The Prairie Pothole Region of the Dakotas and Canada is in a duck slump, which is mostly attributed to a seemingly unending water drought. By Jim Harris.
12 15 Cadets Complete 18 Weeks of Training
After completing a grueling course, cadets graduated to become AGFC game wardens and receive their assignments to counties across Arkansas. By Jim Harris.
14 Gator Harvest Sets Record at 205
Two weekends of alligator hunting season in southern Arkansas resulted in a record harvest, topping 2023’s previous high mark of 202. By Randy Zellers.
16 Black Bear Kills Franklin County Man
The owner of Mulberry Mountain Lodging and Events, using a tractor to move gravel in early September, was attacked and mauled by a young bear. By Jeff Williams.
20 Camper From Missouri Victim of Animal Mauling
A lone camper from Springfield sent his family photos of a young black bear as it explored his campsite at Sam’s Throne Campground. By Jeff Williams.
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