Tag: wildlife
Gradual improvements for wildlife habitat
With much of our natural habitat in the state altered in one way or another, the ecosystem could use a helping hand, even in your backyard.
Winter birding opportunities abound
Ohio wildlife areas feature diverse habitats and are open to the public year-round. These areas offer excellent places to view winter birds.
When to expect and what to call Ohio’s baby animals
Learn all the different names of Ohio’s baby animals from one species to the next and find out when they'll emerge from their dens and nests this spring.
How to attract a variety of winter birds to your feeder...
Find out what types of food and styles of bird feeders are favored by the birds that frequent Ohio bird feeders throughout the winter.
How to grow your own Christmas tree
Learn how to grow your own native Christmas tree to plant at the end of the season to benefit wildlife and improve the ecosystem in your backyard.
Reintroduction of trumpeter swans an Ohio success story
Ohio started a reintroduction program for trumpeter swans in 1996. As of last year, there were 111 breeding pairs and 206 offspring in the state.
Study finds reliance on unusual prey led to rare coyote attack...
A study found a reliance on unusual prey may have led to an unprovoked fatal coyote attack on a young woman who was hiking in a Canadian park in 2009.
Scientists discover endangered mussel species in Ohio
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources has discovered two federally endangered mussel species in the Olentangy State Scenic River.
How to spot the differences between ladybugs and Asian lady beetles
Hundreds of species of native ladybugs are declining due to the introduction of Asian lady beetles in North America. Learn how to spot the differences.
Turkey group enhancing wildlife areas in Ohio
The National Wild Turkey Federation is working with the Ohio Division of Wildlife to improve over 500 acres of wildlife habitat in three wildlife areas.
