Nebraska’s Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis) and their amazing climbing capabilities are enjoyable to watch throughout the year, but there’s arguably no greater show than when they put their heavy headwear to use during fall.
Wildlife
Booming Bobcats
Something of a mystery, Nebraska’s bobcat population has flourished in recent decades and remains healthy.
The Hibernation Checklist
Hibernation takes a lot of preparation, and it’s an often-misunderstood behavior in animals. Very few animals truly hibernate in the world.
Lizards of Nebraska
Four families of lizards can be found in Nebraska, with a total of 10 different species. Let’s examine four of those species.
November Wildlife Viewing – Bighorn Sheep
November is a great time for viewing these sheep in the Nebraska Panhandle, as they are in rut. Rams try to establish dominance to mate.
Protecting the Flock – Ants and Aphids
Ants have been shown to raise aphids in order to harvest their sugar-rich waste secretions known as honeydew.