Resources

The following materials are official resources and references related to wild horses in Nevada and the United States. These sources include legal frameworks, government reports, scientific research, and public data. Additional materials, including reports, media, and data sources, are continually being reviewed and added over time.

Legal Framework

• Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act (16 U.S.C. §1331 et seq.)
  U.S. federal law governing the protection and management of wild free-roaming horses and burros.


• Public Law 92-195 (1971)
  Original statute establishing federal protections for wild horses and burros.

Government & Agency Reports

• NDOW Wild Horse and Burro Report (2024)
  Nevada Department of Wildlife report covering population data, impacts, and management considerations.


• BLM Nevada Gather Notices (Example)
  Bureau of Land Management documentation on herd gathers and removals in Nevada.

Scientific Research

• Coates et al. (2021) — Sage-Grouse and Feral Horses
  Peer-reviewed study examining interactions between feral horses and greater sage-grouse populations.

Public Reporting

• Associated Press — Nevada Wild Horse Coverage
  News reporting on population levels, land use pressures, and ongoing management efforts.