The world is home to around 330 species of turtles, and Nebraska houses nine of them in varied landscapes across the state.
Author: Monica Macoubrie
Nebraska’s Fall Fungi
Nebraska wildlife educator Monica Macoubrie discuss four common mushrooms found in the state during autumn.
Phenology: Nature’s Calendar
Phenology is the timing of events in the life cycles of plants and animals. They must rely on cues of the changing seasons to survive.
Nebraska Reptile Awareness Month
Each October, Nebraska celebrates Reptile Month with an art contest hosted by Nebraska Game and Parks wildlife educators.
Importance of Predators
The motivation to remove predators is easy to understand, but what if the cost of removing predators is higher than keeping them around?
Snapping Turtles on the Move
Snapping turtles hardly ever leave their aquatic habitats except during breeding season. At this time, females can travel great distances.