Tag: conservation
Low genetic diversity among US honey bees
A recent study found the U.S. honey bee population has low genetic diversity, which could have a negative impact on future crop pollination and beekeeping.
How to manage fallow fields to create wildlife habitat
Old fields can provide high-quality habitats for many insects, birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians when they are managed well.
Division of wildlife stocked more than 52 million fish
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife stocked 52.3 million fish of 11 species in Ohio waters throughout 2022.
Beware of pollution when foraging
Beware of the dangers of foraging from or near contaminated locations and learn how to look for signs of pollution before foraging.
United we stand in conservation
What actions will you take to conserve our precious natural resources for future generations?
Red foxes are declining in Ohio, but adapt and thrive in...
Although red fox populations are declining in Ohio, they can be found in all 88 counties and they have adapted to urban and suburban areas as well.
Plant more trees, save the bees and other wildlife
Trees have so many benefits when it comes to conservation. Trees prevent and reduce erosion, can improve biodiversity, help pollinators and produce timber.
How to identify different types of conifers
Can you distinguish pine trees from spruce, fir, hemlock, yew and cypress trees? Each type of conifer has its own unique traits. Learn to identify them all.
Spinning food processing waste into ‘gold’
There is money to be made — and the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions — by finding a second life for food-processing waste products.
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.
