Tag: wildlife
What’s in the trees? It’s fall webworms
As summer begins to wane, messy web-like structures begin to appear near the ends of tree branches. These silken structures are the abodes of fall webworms.
Antlion: Hear him roar!
Tami Gingrich spotlights the unique lifecycle of antlions, highlighting their unique larvae hunting strategy.
Looking into the loss of our favorite summer sparkle
Find out why fireflies are disappearing and what can be done to help.
Oak apple galls
Have you ever noticed brown paper-like balls suddenly appearing on the forest floor or attached to leaves of oak trees? They might be oak apple galls.
First fruits of the season
Eric Keller prepares to harvest from his garden — if he can beat the ravenous rabbits to the fruits of his labor.
Plotting for the future
Jim Abrams provides tips for beginners to convert part of their property into a food plot and habitat for wildlife. Planning ahead can save time and money.
Pollinator gardens support delicate, beautiful ecosystems
Tami Gingrich shares tips for choosing different themes and creating beautiful gardens to support important pollinator populations in Ohio and beyond.
The role of wildlife officers
Jim Abrams highlights the importance of wildlife officers being present at conservation club events.
The disappearing act of bats
Learn how to help conserve bat populations at the 2024 Ohio Bat Blitz Aug. 23-24 at the Grand River Conservation Campus in Ashtabula County.
The ruby-throated hummingbird
Tami Gingrich delves into the world of ruby-throated hummingbirds, and details their unique characteristics, how to attract them and safely feed them.
