As days shorten toward autumn, chlorophyll production in leaves slows, and the green color fades, allowing other pigments to show through.
Nebraska Nature
Nebraska’s Freshwater Predators
Some of the stateβs 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, theyβre out there quietly doing their part for the ecosystem.
Millipede Migration
For reasons that are still not completely understood, millipedes have been observed traveling in groups by the thousands under the cover of darkness.
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 Science of a Sit Spot
A sit spot is a place in nature that is personal or becomes personal. Itβs a place you return to over and over. A space of stillness and quiet.