Community science specialist Alie Mayes talks about the challenges in sharing her love of nature with her young nephew.
Nebraska Nature
A Guide to Herping
Herping is the practice of searching for reptiles and amphibians. Read for tips and best practices. Try herping this spring!
The Diversity of Eggs
Eggs are fascinating biological structures that serve as the cornerstone of reproduction for numerous species across the animal kingdom.
Cope’s Gray Treefrog
In Nebraska, the Cope’s gray treefrog plays a vital role in the forest and wetland ecosystems where it lives. Learn more about this amphibian.
Nebraska Nature in Color: The Greening of Spring
March is the perfect month to celebrate the color green. Here are two of my favorite ways to honor the annual greening of spring.
The Night Shift: Nebraska’s Nocturnal Wildlife
Nocturnal creatures play essential roles in the complex web of life, shaping the balance between predator and prey.