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23.022018February 23, 2018
Attract the Right Bird, Build the Right House.

Attract the Right Bird, Build the Right House.

By Jen SimoniIn News, Wildlife

Winter is coming to an end, which means the return of migratory birds is not far away. As thousands of birds make their way back...

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06.022018December 5, 2019
Opossum, Raccoon and Skunk, Oh My!

Opossum, Raccoon and Skunk, Oh My!

By Jen SimoniIn News, Wildlife

Do you know the track marks of the animals on your land? Take our quiz to find out. Each year, after the midwinter blizzards, there...

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13.042017May 4, 2017
Building Bat Houses Builds a Better Life for Bats

Building Bat Houses Builds a Better Life for Bats

By Jen SimoniIn News, Wildlife

Putting up bat houses this summer can help bats that survived white-nose syndrome raise their young, according to Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Conservation Biologists....

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14.012017January 9, 2017
Quiz: Hairy Versus Downy Woodpeckers?

Quiz: Hairy Versus Downy Woodpeckers?

By Jen SimoniIn News, Wildlife, Woodland Watch

You’ve likely spied a couple of different woodpeckers visiting your feeder this winter. But can you tell the species apart? The colors and patterning of...

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02.012017January 3, 2017
How Do Small Birds Survive a Long Winter?

How Do Small Birds Survive a Long Winter?

By Jen SimoniIn News, Wildlife

By Stan Temple Ever wonder how the black-capped chickadee and other small birds survive a long winter? Small birds are at a particular disadvantage during...

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07.102016October 7, 2016
Wisconsin Breeding Bird Atlas Releases Latest Findings

Wisconsin Breeding Bird Atlas Releases Latest Findings

By Jen SimoniIn News, Wildlife

Wisconsin’s volunteer-based, five-year survey to understand which birds nest here and how bird populations are changing released its second season of findings at the end...

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25.082015June 17, 2016
Bold Moves, Oak, and Deer – Nice Deer

Bold Moves, Oak, and Deer – Nice Deer

By Jen SimoniIn Ask the Expert, News, Oak management, Wildlife

“I can’t believe you destroyed your woods.” Rick’s neighbor just couldn’t contain his opinion. Recalling the exchange about the harvest, Rick’s shallow smile belied the...

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14.082015June 7, 2016
Where is the Robin in Your Yard Headed on Migration?

Where is the Robin in Your Yard Headed on Migration?

By Jen SimoniIn News, Wildlife, Woodland Watch

In late August, some bird species will begin to migrate south including warblers, shorebirds, and nighthawks. The first of the American robins will leave too,...

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04.032015July 21, 2016
Can Tom Turkeys Sire Young From Beyond the Grave?

Can Tom Turkeys Sire Young From Beyond the Grave?

By Jen SimoniIn News, Wildlife, Woodland Watch

Usually, the most dominant tom turkeys (one or two) breed with most of the hens in an area. But what if they are shot early during...

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28.022015February 27, 2018
Burning Habitat: Profound Truth From A Real Fire Bird

Burning Habitat: Profound Truth From A Real Fire Bird

By Jen SimoniIn Ask the Expert, News, Prescribed burning, Wildlife

The Phoenix, a bird of Greek mythology, was destroyed and reborn in fire: a symbol of rejuvenation and long life. It’s a tale for sure,...

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