Each snapshot tells a story, giving us clues about animal behaviors, habitats and seasonal changes.
Author: Monica Macoubrie
Nebraska’s Freshwater Predators
Some of the state’s most impressive hunters live under the surface of our lakes, rivers and wetlands.
The Quirky Porcupine
Porcupines are slow, quirky and full of surprises. Even though most Nebraskans have never seen one in the wild, they’re out there quietly doing their part for the ecosystem.
Orb Weaver Spider Webs
One of the most fascinating signs of fall is the sudden appearance of perfectly spun spider webs glistening with morning dew.
The Misunderstood Water Snake
Cottonmouths don’t live in Nebraska. What we do have are northern water snakes, which are completely nonvenomous, totally native and important to our ecosystems.
The Science Behind Wildlife Colors
Have you ever stopped to wonder why some animals are the colors they are? In nature, color is rarely just for looks, and nature never does anything by accident.