Story by Olivia DaRugna, Watchable Wildlife Biologist Jackrabbits are always a treat to see. Their awkwardly large ears and eyes and long hind legs give them a cartoonish appearance. Although “rabbit” is in their name, jackrabbits are actually hares, which are precocial, meaning they are born with fur, open eyes […]
Tag: Threatened and Endangered
At-risk Species Spotlight: Northern Saw-whet Owl
January’s At-risk Species Spotlight features the northern saw-whet owl (Aegolius acadicus), one of the smallest owls in North America.
How to Help Search for Spotted Skunks
The Nebraska Game and Parks and the University of Nebraska Omaha are working to learn more about the spotted skunk. Here’s how you can help.
The Scaleshell Mussel
The scaleshell mussel is an endangered species. Wildlife Biologist Melissa Panella shares more information about the rare mussel.
Flying Squirrel
Southern flying squirrels are considered a threatened species in Nebraska. Wildlife biologist Melissa Panella shares more about them.