When the mercury dips down around zero, most of us are fortunate to have heated spaces to take refuge. Wildlife aren’t so fortunate, but do have special adaptations and behaviors to battle the elements.
Wildlife
At-risk Species Spotlight: Trumpeter Swan
The trumpeter swan recovery is one of the great recent conservation success stories. By the early 20th century, they were nearly extinct.
Clash of the Bighorns
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.
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.