Turning your gaze to your backyard can be more than just a pleasant break; it can be the start of a genuine adventure. While ...

There are some pretty great reasons you want to attract birds to your yard. There's one, though, that you may not be aware of ...

Your neighborhood is home to all sorts of amazing animals, from racoons, squirrels and skunks to birds, bugs and snails. Even if you don’t see them, most of these creatures are leaving evidence of ...

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This happens every year and there’s nothing wrong with bird populations, but there is still plenty to see for birders in the ...

Jeff Sexton and other birders found a yellow-headed caracara earlier this year.

Circles of white mushrooms, or “fairy rings,” may add a whimsical touch to summer lawns. But beware — they’re probably poisonous. Brian Shaw, Ph.D., professor and associate department head for ...

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Biologist Steve Easterly informed me CWD (chronic wasting disease) ...

Dan Guenther, of Wild Birds Unlimited, is to visit the Picton Library Thursday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m. to share all about backyard ...

Birds are vital to the environment-- being aware of their needs, especially during their annual migrations, can help more of ...