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This broad category encompasses fish. It is further divided on the main menu with tags for mammals, insects, amphibians, birds, mussels, invaders and endangered wildlife.

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endangered species

Congress considers once-in-a-generation bill for conservation

By Marshall Lee Weimer | May 6, 2021

Recovering America’s Wildlife Act would provide states, territories and tribes with $1.4 billion annually to protect important species and their associated habitats.

endangered species

Going wild, experts continue preservation of endangered species

By Kirsten Rintelmann | April 27, 2021

Wildlife experts are pushing stronger conservation and protection efforts for Michigan’s threatened and endangered species.

Wildlife

Changes in migratory bird patterns likely caused by climate change, study finds

By Sophia Lada | April 16, 2021

Migratory bird patterns are shifting as temperatures increase in North America, leaving birds to find new sources of food and adjust to the warmer climate, according to a new study 

Wildlife

New sunfish regulations let Minnesota’s fish grow

By Taylor Haelterman  | April 15, 2021

Growing public concern about shrinking sunfish sizes led to lower daily harvest limits across Minnesota this year.

Birds

Saving streams can save bugs and birds

By Chioma Lewis | April 14, 2021

Birds that rely on aquatic insects for food have declined for decades. 

Birds

Over $500,000 dedicated to pheasant habitat conservation in Illinois

By Taylor Haelterman | April 13, 2021

Two new projects will use over $500,000 to help the declining pheasant population in Illinois by improving habitat, experts say. 

Catch of the Day

Collaborators build eagle aviary and rehabilitation center

By Meghan King | April 12, 2021

A tribal aviary located north of Harbor Springs will be the first of its kind east of the Mississippi River. 

Wildlife

Muskrats love fluctuating water levels. Property owners, not so much.

By Marshall Lee Weimer | April 12, 2021

A greater understanding of muskrats’ impact could help guide understanding of their dependence on Great Lakes water levels and their related ecosystem roles.

Wildlife

Researchers need help transcribing 100-year-old fish records

By Chioma Lewis | April 7, 2021

Michigan researchers are asking for volunteers to transcribe paper fish observation records that date back more than a century.

Birds

Diet may solve mysterious decline of Great Lakes shorebirds

By Hannah Brock | April 1, 2021

Scientists are looking at the diet of bank swallows to understand what is causing their population decline.

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Catch of the Day

  • Michigan Press Association honors Echo reporters

    Ten Great Lakes Echo reporters recently scored honors in the 2023 Michigan Press Association’s College Better Newspaper Contest.  “Our bench is deep, but it has to be to cover the world’s most important beat,” said Echo Editor David Poulson

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Commentary

  • GUEST COMMENTARY: Speak up to stop the spotted lanternfly and other invaders

    By David Strayer If you’ve driven Michigan’s highways lately, you’ve probably seen the billboards: a big picture of a lanternfly, with the message, “See it. Squish it. Report it.” This is good advice, as far as it goes, but it should go further. The spotted lanternfly is a serious pest that is poised to cause […]

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Podcasts

  • Four electric buses will hit University of Michigan’s campus next summer

    Power is supplied to the electric motor very quickly which gives the electric bus high performance and rapid acceleration.

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Climate Stories

Climate News: Great Lakes Region
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Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
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Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
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These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
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How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
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COVID-19

  • Communities welcome return of winter festivals

    By Sammy Schuck Most people may know that festivals attract people to Michigan communities. What most may not know is that festivals and events in the state are an annual $1 billion industry, according to Michigan Festivals and Events Association CEO Mike Szukhent. According to Szukhent, the lack of winter festivals last year “hit hard.” […]

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