Beneath the Snow: The Subnivean Zone
Written with contributions from Aubrey Ellickson, Tom Finley, and Don Quintenz Animals’ lifestyles are transformed…
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The Science and Culture of the Winter Solstice
The winter solstice is often called midwinter, the longest night, or the shortest day. It…
Rare Habitat Restoration
We intentionally measure every conservation action we take at Schlitz Audubon by the impact it…
Peak Deer Season at the Center
It’s peak deer season at the Center. September through December is mating season, and evidence…
The Hidden Intelligence of Crows
When you hear a loud, hoarse “Caw!” sounding outside, you probably recognize it as the…
The Strategies of Squirrels
Everyone has likely been in the company of squirrels. Wisconsin is home to seven species…
Wisconsin’s Native Mussels: Important, Diverse, and Threatened
Native freshwater mussels play an important role in healthy water ecosystems. Besides being a source…
The Magic of Seed Dispersal
Written with contributions from Aubrey Ellickson, Sandy Manning, and Don Quintenz When people look at…
Fueling Frenzy for Fall Migration
Wherever you look on the trails currently, there is a frenzy of creatures fueling, and…
Monarch Migration
In Milwaukee, peak monarch butterfly migration happens every year in early September. Monarchs will begin…
Summer Activity of the Center’s Turtles
During the heat of summer, if you go to Mystery Lake or Boardwalk Pond, you…