A research project spanning more than three decades showed that free-ranging Bison provided significant benefits to tall grass prairies, including greater plant diversity and resilience to drought. From lead researcher, Zak Ratajczak: “Bison were an integral part of North American grasslands before they were abruptly removed from over 99% of the Great Plains. Our results suggest … Read more
The Brown-Headed Cowbird doesn’t look like much…until the light hits it just right. Then the male radiates a color and sheen that is stunning. Females, like many bird species are more drab, which is normally nature’s way of protecting them during nesting. Funny thing about Cowbirds though…they don’t really make a nest…in fact, they don’t … Read more
A recent visit to Neal Smith Wildlife Refuge provided me with a most memorable start to the day. With the day before being a good bit warmer, this morning broke, very cold at about 8 degrees. When this happens it’s not uncommon to see hoarfrost form on everything and when it does…you will witness some … Read more