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Written by Peter Pearsall/Photo by Alan Contreras Weasels are short-legged, long-bodied mammals of the Mustelidae family, relatives of otters, martens, and badgers. At Malheur Refuge, the long-tailed weasel (Neogale frenata)
Written by Linda Craig/ Photos by Dan Streiffert Visitors to the Refuge during March through July couldn’t help but notice the hundreds of scurrying, little mammals that crowd under the
Written by Alexa Martinez, MNWR Wildlife Biologist Pallid bats are one of the twelve species of bats found at Malheur NWR. Known for their distinct appearance with large ears and
Written by Peter Pearsall The unique wetland oasis of Malheur Refuge, surrounded by the sagebrush and juniper desert characteristic of the northern Great Basin, is well known for its migratory
Written by Peter Pearsall/Photos by Peter Pearsall The abundance of luxuriant spring growth at Malheur Refuge means plenty of food for resident lagomorphs, the black-tailed jackrabbit (Lepus californicus) and Nuttall’s
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