Draper Natural History Museum

Draper Natural History Museum staff and volunteers conduct long-term ecological research in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and keep up with all the wildlife and science news and issues related to this world-renowned, natural treasure. Keep up with Draper Museum fieldwork and Greater Yellowstone news and information here.

Bison in Yellowstone National Park. Nancy McClure photograph.
February 5, 2025

How to “Read” a Bison: Basics for Visitors

Bison are some of the most iconic animals in Yellowstone. While they may appear docile, bison do not view individual humans as…

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Western Meadowlark. Licensed through Adobe Stock (994516065)
January 27, 2025

A Golden Mystery: The Unexpected Presence of Western Meadowlarks in Winter

It truly feels like springtime when I hear the flutelike melody of the Western Meadowlark. This strikingly colorful member of the blackbird…

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A taxidermied raven is on display in the mountain meadows section of the Draper Natural History Museum.
January 22, 2025

A bird trainer shares a story about a raven

A bird trainer shares a story about a raven A Museum Minute By Olivia WeitzWyoming Public MediaJanuary 22, 2025 A 1-minute audio…

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Becky the Raven, Draper Museum Raptor Experience
January 16, 2025

Meet Becky the raven

Meet Becky the Raven from the Draper Museum Raptor Experience A Museum Minute By Olivia WeitzWyoming Public MediaJanuary 16, 2025 A 1-minute…

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January 13, 2025

Wintering with Bees

As the wind, cold temperatures, and snow create icy conditions outside, our staff are working on the results of the second year…

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“American Three-toed Woodpecker” photograph by Larry Lamsa (detail)
December 9, 2024

Woodpeckers of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

The variety of habitats within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem makes it a perfect place for many species of woodpeckers. Learn more about these visually striking birds!…

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