Tag: wildlife
Fungus-infecting virus could help track white-nose syndrome in bats
A newly discovered virus infecting the fungus that causes white-nose syndrome in bats could help scientists and wildlife agencies track the spread of the disease.
Each animal has its own way to overwinter
Right now, wood frogs are frozen solid. The body is rigid, breathing ceases and the heart stops beating. They have perfected the cryogenic freezing process. They are literally "frogsicles."
Birds know how to survive cold weather
Birds use a variety of tactics to fight the cold. Scott Shalaway explains the different survival techniques of birds.
8 tiny facts about reindeer that click (plus a 9th)
Brush up on your reindeer facts before Christmas. Incidentally, there really is a reason a reindeer could have a red nose — and it's gross!
Red squirrels: 6 ounces of pure nastiness
Red squirrels make up for what they lack in size with pure pugnacity.
Learn to manage wildlife in your city
Ohio State University researchers, city officials and wildlife specialists will speak about wildlife conflicts such as: geese management, urban coyotes, deer management and sterilization, trapping and more.
My ‘squirrelly’ wife is collecting walnuts
Learn more about the impact the the nuts in your yard have on wildlife.
5 critter-friendly trees
Planting native trees is one of the best ways to welcome a wide range of wildlife to your yard.
‘Bearcam’ study focuses on human connection with wildlife, parks
Do people have the same emotional connections with animals when watching them through live webcams and in real life? That's what two Kansas State University researchers are going to find out.
