Something of a mystery, Nebraska’s bobcat population has flourished in recent decades and remains healthy.
Wildlife
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.
World’s Largest Snapping Turtle
Weighing 98 pounds, Big Snap Daddy at Schramm Education Center is considered the world’s largest common snapping turtle.