Old Wolf Oak at Ponca State Park, one of Nebraska’s oldest trees, has died. It was a bur oak living more than 380 years.
Tag: Insects
Nature in Numbers – Wildlife Facts
From the Sandhills to the Platte River, our state is full of mind-blowing stats that might surprise you.
How Daylight Saving Time Affects Wildlife
This longer stretch of daylight, coupled with our changing schedules, can have bigger consequences for urban wildlife.
Olfactory Adaptations – Exploring Animal Smell
While sight and hearing often take center stage, olfaction, or smell, is an essential tool that helps creatures navigate their surroundings, find food and communicate with one another.
A Passion for Regal Fritillaries and Violets
The regal fritillary is aptly named. A glimpse of this large butterfly, with its beautiful reddish-orange wings ornately spotted with white, black and blue, effortlessly sailing above the prairie, is indeed a regal sight.
Insect Camouflage and Mimicry
Camouflage and mimicry are two fascinating adaptions that insects have developed for survival.