Tag: wildlife
Fall: Memories and lessons of October
Fall is a special time for Scott Shalaway. As his father did with him, he uses all the changes of the season to teach his children and grandchildren.
Birds as drunk as skunks make headlines
Earlier this month, residents of Gilbert, Minnesota were alarmed by flocks of birds behaving erratically. Find out what causes birds to get drunk.
Feeder birds: Introducing the ‘social climbers’
Mixed flocks of birds frequent feeders during fall and winter. Offer suet and sunflower seeds and learn to identify the "social climbers."
Feather replacement: It’s time to molt
After nesting, molting is the most important thing birds do. Feathers are critical for survival.
Fluctuations of ruffed grouse population
For nearly 25 years, unpredictable fluctuations of ruffed grouse populations in the Appalachian region have frustrated wildlife biologists in many states.
Reasons to ban helium-filled balloons
Each balloon that floats away is an ecological disaster waiting to happen. The consequences include powerline outages and sea turtles dying a painful death.
Heavy petting and underage bears
Kymberly Seabolt reflects on some of the inane things people do around wild animals.
It’s migration time for birds and monarchs
Migratory birds and butterflies will soon begin their journey head south for the winter. Learn more about what species to watch for this fall.
Spittlebugs and seldom-seen summer insects
Many insects are less conspicuous and seldom recognized. In fact, some are rarely seen as adults. Have you ever seen any of these?
Near water? Check out some turtles
Grab a field guide and some old sneakers, beat the heat, and study some aquatic turtles as summer winds down.
