Ninety percent of the world’s population of buff-breasted sandpipers migrate through Nebraska, stopping in fields and wetlands to rest.
Nebraska Nature
Snappers
The U.S. has three snapping turtle species: the common snapping turtle, alligator snapping turtle and Suwannee alligator snapping turtle.
May Wildlife Viewing – Birds!
May in Nebraska is a bird watcher’s paradise. Endless birding opportunities abound, from colorful warblers to unique shorebirds.
Compete in the Nebraska Birding Bowl
This free event is open to anyone who enjoys observing birds in Nebraska. Win prizes just for observing birds!
City Nature Challenge
Although urban wildlife may not get as much attention as other species, for many of us, they are often our strongest link to the natural world as we see and interact with them every day.
Terrestrial Invaders
An invasive species can be any type of organism that is non-native to a particular area and causes harm in some way.