Tagged: Missouri Department of Conservation

Efforts to reestablish an elk population in southeastern Missouri are now in their third year, and the Missouri Department of Conservation considers the project a success.

There are close to 70 elk now living in parts of Carter, Shannon and Reynolds counties, with another 50 arriving in May.

A number of calves have been born at Peck Ranch, including this 2011 newborn.

While this summer’s drought and heat wave ravaged crops in Missouri, it actually benefitted some of the bird species within the state, especially bobwhite quail.

Recent rain showers across Missouri may salvage the state’s fall foliage, according to state conservation officials.

You'll be hard-pressed to find someone who wouldn't welcome a rain shower after weeks of heat and drought in the region.