Tag: wildlife
The killdeer: A class act
Tami Gingrich highlights the killdeer's unique behavior known as “injury feigning" which makes it one of the best actors in the animal kingdom.
The luna moth: Mother Nature’s masterpiece
The luna moth's soft, dreamy appearance features a snow-white body, pale green wings and startling eyespots and unique tails that keep it safe.
Expanding conservation efforts in Ohio give freshwater mussels hope
The Watters Aquatic Conservation Center is providing new opportunities for researchers to reverse the downward trend of many species of freshwater mussels.
Middle Great Miami River to see dams removed
Seventy million dollars will be invested in unplugging blockages from the nation’s rivers, including the Middle Great Miami River in Ohio.
Turtles: Give ‘em a brake, not a break!
Tami Gingrich offers motorists a reminder to be on the lookout for turtles as they venture out to find the perfect place to lay their eggs.
Birds and their battles with reflections
As male birds claim their territories and try to attract a mate, they try to eliminate competition during breeding season, which can lead to window battles.
Wildlife habitat 101
A lot goes into setting up and managing a wildlife habitat. Jim Abrams provides tips to help landowners get started.
Of warts and toads
American toads are widespread throughout eastern North America. As long as there is moisture and a bountiful food supply, they can live in many habitats.
Serviceberry: The Giving Tree
Tami Gingirch shares the history and environmental impact of the serviceberry tree — one of our earliest blooming native tree species in Ohio.
Trumpeter swans removed from Threatened Species List
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and ODRN Director Mary Mertz announced the Ohio Wildlife Council will remove the trumpeter swan from Ohio’s threatened species list.
