Most everyone knows fish can jump. But there are few species swimming in rivers and streams in Nebraska that can launch themselves 3 feet from a pool into a culvert.
Conservation
Large Milkweed Bugs
If you pay attention to milkweed plants during the summer, youโll notice a wide variety of insect species feeding on the nectar produced by milkweed flowers.
Marbleseed – An Admired Plant
Despite more than 1,500 native plants in Nebraska, marbleseed is perhaps the author’s favorite.
Wet vs. Dry Wetlands
Wet and dry cycles are a natural process for many wetlands in the Great Plains, a region known for both deluge and drought.
Return of the Falcons
Three peregrine falcon chicks received leg bands and a checkup at the Nebraska State Capitol on June 12, 2024.
How Landowners Can Increase Milkweeds
These strategies for increasing milkweeds will also help increase habitat for monarch butterfly populations.