Tag: wildlife
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.
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.
