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Whether you have a few feet on your apartment balcony, a yard in need of landscaping or several acres, you can make a difference. Follow this easy step by step guide to build your own pollinator garden and help ensure the future is filled with...StoryMar 14, 2022Get InvolvedWhat to do if you find a baby bird, injured or orphaned wildlifeIf you think you've found an orphaned or injured wild animal, what should you do? Here are a few things you should know to keep the animal safe and avoid breaking the law.StoryMar 8, 2022Get InvolvedHelping wildlife while avoiding common pitfallsWe’ve been seeing a lot of tips for providing food, water and nesting materials to animals. Unfortunately, many of those tips are misguided end up being detrimental to the species we all want to help. Here are a few pitfalls you should avoid and some great alternatives that will help keep animals...StoryMar 14, 2022Get InvolvedHow to report wildlife crimeIf you believe you have information related to a wildlife crime, email or call the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service with information about where and when it occurred, along with what you witnessed. Include any photos or videos you may have.StoryMar 14, 2022Wildlife CrimeWoodpeckers and your homeSometimes wildlife can get a little too close for comfort. Learn what to do when if you have unwanted bird activity on your property.StoryMar 22, 2022Get InvolvedKeeping Wildlife Safe From DronesSometimes eager wildlife enthusiasts take their observations a bit too far. One emerging threat to eagles and other wildlife is an increase in harassment from uncrewed aircraft systems, commonly referred to as drones. Learn how you can view wildlife safely and what to do if you see someone...StoryMar 14, 2022Wildlife CrimeBats are one of the most important misunderstood animalsFew of nature’s animals are as misunderstood as bats. Though often feared and loathed as sinister creatures of the night, bats are vital to the health of our environment and our economy. Learn more about why bats are so essential, the threats they’re facing, how we’re conserving bats and how you...StoryJun 11, 2021Get InvolvedHighlighting the importance of pollinatorsA pollinator can be a bee, beetle, ant, wasp, butterfly, moth, hummingbird, bat or even a small mammal. These creatures assist a vital life stage for all flowering plants - something essential for healthy ecosystems. Pollinator Week is an annual event in late June that is celebrated internationally...StoryJun 24, 2021Wildlife WondersSmall efforts can make a big difference for monarchsEven small efforts can add great value for monarchs and other pollinators. Take a few moments to learn about how you can help make a future filled with more monarch butterflies.StoryMar 14, 2022Get InvolvedThe oldest known common loonsA common loon’s iconic wail provides the summer soundtrack to northern waters. We want to tell you about one particularly impressive pair of common loons - a pair that’s made up of both of the oldest known common loons in the world.StoryApr 20, 2022Wildlife Wonders
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