Hiking in Wisconsin’s Winter Landscape
Few things are less predictable than a Wisconsin winter. Snow can fall in flurries or…
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How Insects Survive the Winter: Diapause
Wisconsin winters cause most of us to bundle up and spend more time indoors. But…
Climate and the Tension Zone in Wisconsin
If you’ve ever driven between northern and southern Wisconsin, you may have noticed a difference…
The Significance of Prairie Insects
Many creatures live in the prairie, and all of them contribute to its immense diversity….
Lifeways of Avian Aerial Insectivores
Written with contributions from Don Quintenz, Michelle Allison, and Zoe Finney If you’ve ever seen…
Viewing the 2020 Summer Night Sky
This summer’s night sky is teeming with extraordinary sights. Head away from city lights and…
Prairie Wildflowers of the Center
Schlitz Audubon is fortunate to have high quality prairie both near the Visitor Center and…
Spring Bees in Your Backyard
As springtime blooms emerge, so do many pollinators. Some of the most interesting and important…
Emerson, the Center’s Snapping Turtle
Emerson, our well-loved Snapping Turtle, has lived at Schlitz Audubon for over 20 years. He…
Basics of the Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Learn more about the Ruby-throated Hummingbird with this infographic that details their migration, their diet,…
Forest Succession: How Tree Communities Form
Wisconsin has millions of acres of forests, divided into two main areas based on soil…
The Resounding Behaviors of the Red-winged Blackbird
An early sign of spring in Wisconsin is the trilling siren of the Red-winged Blackbird…