Tag: wildlife
State goes high tech to control feral swine
For the past six years, federal and state programs have enabled drone surveillance, sharpshooters in helicopters and high-tech traps to manage feral pigs.
Passenger pigeon became hunted, now extinct
By the 20th century, the passenger pigeon disappeared from the sky above and the earth below. It was extinct.
Reclusive bobcats are an Ohio success story
Scientists have determined that there are now two resident bobcat populations in Ohio after nearly 100 years of scarcity.
Magee Marsh is a haven for hundreds of species of birds
It's no surprise Magee Marsh was named one of the top 10 birding sites in the U.S. Hundreds of species of birds stop there during their spring migration.
Lions, tigers and bears? No thanks!
Recent reports about hikers' accounts with wildlife — particularly predators — reminds Kym Seabolt why she's "indoorsy."
Acorns benefit wildlife as tremendous food source
Find out the results of the 2020 acorn abundance survey, which was conducted on 38 wildlife areas throughout Ohio.
Don’t take down your bird feeders just yet
Birds that are getting ready to leave this area, as well as those just passing through, need that extra energy provided by feeders for their long migration.
Chase and make noise to keep geese away
The early goose season that is going on now in Ohio may be seen by farmers as a chance to get rid of those unwanted guests around the pond.
Bullfrog, green frog may be added to list of Class A...
The Ohio Wildlife Council is reviewing a proposal to add the American bullfrog and the green frog to the list of Class A aquaculture species.
Summer nights and bullfrog serenades
Join Julie Geiss and her crew as they embark on “Operation Bullfrog” late at night under the cover of darkness.
