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Grizzly Cubs Spotted in Yellowstone, Boosting Genetic Diversity

4/9/2026

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A Wyoming wildlife pilot spotted grizzly cubs with their mother, Grizzly 1126F, on March 27.
Grizzly 1126F was relocated from Montana in 2024 to boost Yellowstone genetic diversity.
Wildlife managers see litter as a step toward addressing genetic-health concerns raised by a federal judge.
The Yellowstone grizzly population has rebounded to about 1,000 bears.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's proposal to maintain threatened status is on hold until December.

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A Wyoming wildlife pilot spotted grizzly cubs with their mother, Grizzly 1126F, on March 27.
Grizzly 1126F was relocated from Montana in 2024 to boost Yellowstone genetic diversity.
Wildlife managers see litter as a step toward addressing genetic-health concerns raised by a federal judge.
The Yellowstone grizzly population has rebounded to about 1,000 bears.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's proposal to maintain threatened status is on hold until December.