Animals use their functional body adornments to protect themselves from predators, acquire food, navigate their environment, thermoregulate and even attract mates.
Tag: Mammals
The Primordial Pouch in Nebraska’s Native Cats
Contrary to the common misconception that it is a sign of obesity among cats, the primordial pouch serves several important functions.
The Builders of the Wild: Beavers
The presence of beavers tells the story of a species’ resilience among human neighbors in a changing environment.
Wildlife Viewing in December
While viewing wildlife can be difficult in winter, looking for signs of wildlife is not. Winter is a great time to look for clues.
November Wildlife Viewing – Bighorn Sheep
November is a great time for viewing these sheep in the Nebraska Panhandle, as they are in rut. Rams try to establish dominance to mate.
At-Risk Species: A Spooky Important Species
With Halloween right around the corner, let’s highlight a few Halloween-worthy critters that get a bad rap in scary movies and TV specials.