Although lichens are some of Nebraska’s quietest residents, they have fascinating stories to tell, especially about the air we breathe and the resilience of life in tough places.
Wildlife
Hopping Into Amphibian Week
Amphibians are active — celebrate them during Amphibian Week, May 4-10.
Trumpeter Swans – Creatures of Habit(at)
A recent study of 38 trumpeter swans in the Sandhills found 80 percent of swans that nested at a particular wetland or lake returned the following year.
Spring Buds and Wildlife
Spring is a special time in Nebraska. For wildlife, the arrival of new growth means food, shelter and a signal that it’s time to get moving.
The Serious Business of Turkey Fighting
Throughout the year, male turkeys establish a pecking order with the most dominant toms earning the right to breed and pass on their genetics.
Piping Plover 274
Beyond surviving thunderstorms and attracting many admirers, there’s something else special about Plover 274.