Oct 7, 2026 · montanaoutdoor
Brucellosis, Bison, and Elk: What Montana Hunters Should Know About the Science Behind Yellowstone’s Biggest Wildlife Fight
Bison take the blame for brucellosis in Montana, but research increasingly points to elk. Here’s what hunters need to know about the real science.
Feb 14, 2026 · Angela Montana
Elk captured on the Crow Reservation test negative for brucellosis
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, with the Crow Tribe, captured 99 elk to study migration and brucellosis presence. GPS collars were fitted to track their movement and inform wildlife management decisions.