Beautiful Butterflies
Summers shimmer with brightly colored butterflies, which are insects in the order Lepidoptera. The words…
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The Yellow Warbler
The Yellow Warbler (Setophaga petechia) arrives with the first wave of warbler species to migrate…
Joy of Birding
Spring is an exciting time to start birding, as birds display illuminating color and delightful…
The Science of Winter
Many people look forward to the snowy, bright days of winter. In Wisconsin, the season…
The Northern Cardinal
Picture a crisp afternoon, the sun beginning to set over a chilled gray sky. Bare…
Season of the Snowbird, the Dark-eyed Junco
While the American Robin signals the arrival of spring in Wisconsin, there is another bird…
Protecting Endangered Species
The recognition that populations of plants and animals can decline to the point of extinction…
Frog Species at Schlitz Audubon
Many people enjoy observing frogs and toads at Schlitz Audubon during the warmer months. These…
Observing Wildlife at the Center in Summertime
Surrounding yourself with the joys of the natural world and observing wildlife at the Center…
The Illustrious Life of the Firefly
Every summer, fireflies illuminate the evening sky with an irresistible light show. But there is…
Survival Strategies of Lichen
Lichens are a complex life form made from a symbiotic partnership of two separate organisms,…
How to Help Injured Birds
In spring, you can witness the wonder of bird migration in Wisconsin. With the presence…