Eastern bluebirds and eastern phoebes are making a comeback in Nebraska after a notable drop in numbers following a cold spell.
Wildlife
The Science of Deer Rubs
Deer rubs, scientifically described as signposts, are markings made on trees, fenceposts and a variety of other wooden structures, including — literally — posts on road signs.
The Quirky Porcupine
Porcupines are slow, quirky and full of surprises. Even though most Nebraskans have never seen one in the wild, they’re 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.
Spike – A Little Owl Goes Big Places
Something squeezes the heart when you look at Spike, a 5-inch-tall eastern screech owl living with a raptor conservation organization in Bellevue.