Biodiversity surprise: Scientists puzzled by martens’ return to Isle Royale
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Martens were historically abundant on Isle Royale but, as valuable furbearers, were heavily trapped until 1917 when the last recorded specimen was found. Now they’re back, and scientists aren’t sure how they got there.
Nearshore
Great Lakes researcher recognized for pioneering plastic pollution studies
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Wildlife
Toledo zoo announces Maumee River sturgeon program
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Water
Firefighting chemical linked to water safety concerns
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