Nocturnal creatures play essential roles in the complex web of life, shaping the balance between predator and prey.
Nebraska Nature
The Secret Life of American Mink
The American mink is becoming increasingly prevalent in Nebraska’s landscapes and becoming an integral part in our aquatic ecosystems.
Nebraska Nature in Color: A Few of My Favorite (Yellow) Things
Inspired by the color yellow, community science specialist Alie Mayes shares a few of her favorite yellow things in Nebraska.
Mythical Monthly Moons
Monthly moon names offer a fascinating glimpse into North American cultural traditions, folklore and natural rhythms.
Beyond Herds and Packs – Animal Group Names
From a “murder of crows” to a “rhumba of rattlesnakes,” learn more about the creative and imaginative ways to describe groups of animals.
Antlers vs. Horns
While horns and antlers share some similarities, they are distinct forms of animal headgear. Read more about their differences.