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As temperatures begin to fall past zero in Iowa, it’s hard to believe that for some birds, especially birds of prey, Iowa is a southerly destination when…
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If you're been outside in the last week or so across the state, you've heard it: spring migratory rush hour. Lots of species make long migrations in the…
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Lions, zebras, and elephants are not native to the Iowa landscape, but a lot can be learned from these African creatures and from the challenges they…
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Lots of animals nest, and spring is the height of nesting season."It is a natural behavior that crosses all continents around the world, and something…
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Winter can be a wonderful time to see wildlife and for some of the best viewing you don't even need to risk getting cold. On this edition of Talk of Iowa,…
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Whether a person loves squirrels for their acrobatics or wishes they would leave the bird feeders alone, squirrels are here to stay. Over the years,…
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If you’ve noticed more bats lately, you’re not alone.“It’s the breeding season, so there’s a lot going on,” explains wildlife biologist Jim Pease. “They…
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If you’re paddling one of Iowa’s rivers, out for a walk, or even driving down a highway the sight of a big white bird passing overhead has become common,…
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There are 10 species of woodpeckers in Iowa, and while woodpeckers are the type of birds that are sometimes heard but not seen, their drumming does have a…
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When looking at Iowa waterways, it's easy to overlook the furrier creatures--otters, mink, muskrats, and of course, beavers. "They are engineers, there's…