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.
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Homeschool Hikes at Schramm
Every third Wednesday and Thursday of each month — except in June and July — a group of homeschool families assemble in the lobby of Schramm Education Center near Gretna to prepare for a guided hike.
How Migratory Birds Find Their Way
Bird migration is more than just “flying south for the winter.” It’s a deeply complex journey essential for the survival and nesting of many Nebraska species.
Prep Now for Hunting Seasons
Greg Wagner shares his extensive checklist for hunters to ensure that they’re fully prepared when Nebraska hunting seasons arrive.
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.
State Record Update, First Half 2025
Nebraska state record fish update for the first half of 2025. Two new rod and reel records have been certified, saugeye and redear sunfish.