Wildlife

Wildlife
Meet the loggerhead shrike, the rare butcher bird of FMR-restored prairies
by sue rich

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August 29, 2019
This small, striking songbird is a fearsome prairie predator. Sadly, it's considered endangered in Minnesota. Read more
A loggerhead shrike perched on the tip of a bare branch, with a grassy field in the background.
Ecological restoration: A practice in patience
by Alex Roth

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August 18, 2019
In the world of ecological restoration, changes don't happen overnight. And sometimes, to create a thriving and diverse habitat for wildlife and for water quality, things get a little messier (or even uglier) before they get better. Read more
Fisher spotted at FMR restoration site
by Karen Schik

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April 21, 2019

One member of the weasel family, the fisher, is more commonly a denizen of Minnesota's north woods than our metro woodlands. Finding a fisher recently at Spring Lake Park Reserve in Dakota County was a rare treat.  >>

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Calling all cameras: Citizen science for the Twin Cities Coyote and Fox Research Project
by Alex Roth

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February 19, 2019

Coyotes and foxes are mostly secretive animals, but sightings of these species are becoming more and more common throughout the Twin Cities Metro Area. Now, a group of researchers and partner organizations (including FMR) are setting out to better understand how these critters use the urban environment, and maybe just dispel some myths along the way. You can help!  >>

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5 ways you can protect habitat and wildlife

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November 13, 2018
Our river corridor’s prairies, wetlands and woodlands are home to thousands of species of wildlife. Here are five ways you can nurture and help protect their habitat. Read more
Ole Olson prairie with Minneapolis skyline in background
Skinks and pollinators returning to restored prairie
by Alex Roth

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July 6, 2018

This summer, a new prairie is taking hold at Houlton Conservation Area, and we're excited to report back on its newest residents. >>

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Prairie skink
How Minnesota almost lost its wild turkeys

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November 7, 2017
Once on the brink of extinction in Minnesota and beyond, wild turkeys are now a common sight for Twin Cities and greater Minnesota residents alike. Read more
Wild turkey in the snow

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