Tag: wildlife
New discovery in Ohio waters sheds light on reclusive hellbender
An eastern hellbender raised in captivity was found with eggs in a nest in the wild, marking a huge milestone for conservation efforts in Ohio.
Survey shows good acorn production in 2023
The 2023 survey of acorn abundance on select Ohio wildlife areas shows an average of 40% of white oaks and 54% of red oaks bore fruit.
A bluebird contemplates: Should I stay or should I go?
Offering bluebirds a food supply can influence their decision to migrate. That's why you must continue to feed them throughout the winter once you start.
EQIP funding will help improve upland bird habitat
Private landowners and producers can apply for funding through NRCS's EQIP to create better upland bird habitat.
Wayne County photographer takes winning wildlife stamp photo
Roni Leatherman's photograph of a pair of cedar waxwings will be featured on the 2024 Ohio Wildlife Legacy Stamp.
Why did the woolly bear cross the road?
Woolly bears emerge in large numbers during the fall. Tami Gingrich offers insight into their behavior and lifecycle.
Turtle trafficking suspect charged for assault of officer
An individual suspected of trafficking red-eared slider turtles in Cincinnati and striking a state wildlife officer with his vehicle was recently indicted.
Brad Turner named Waterfowl Protection Officer of the Year
The Mississippi Flyway Council recently recognized Ohio Wildlife Officer Brad Turner as the Waterfowl Protection Officer of the Year.
Up, up and away: Spiders take to the sky
Tami Gingrich digs into the different times of year spiders engage in kiting, or ballooning, behavior and tells readers what to look for this fall.
Flamingos flown north for the winter
Kymberly Foster Seabolt shares her amusement over the arrival of flamingos in the Cincinnati area after Hurricane Idalia.
