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Recording lures endangered bird to Wisconsin woods
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Playback project helps diversify population of endangered Kirtland’s warblers.
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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.
Wildlife
Toledo zoo announces Maumee River sturgeon program
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The Toledo Zoo is inviting citizens to participate in the reintroduction of the lake sturgeon into the Maumee River.
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Minnesota man charged with smuggling turtles in packages marked as toys
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Details scant in grand jury indictment regarding attempt to illegally ship 38 box turtles to Hong Kong.
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Ideal conditions lead to firefly boom
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If you’ve been noticing more fireflies in your backyard this summer, you’re not alone.
Wildlife
Piping plovers face new threat in the Great Lakes
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A new predator has emerged for piping plovers in the Great Lakes.
Birds
Conservationists toast comeback of the Kirtland’s warbler in Michigan
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Environmentalists are celebrating the return of the Kirtland’s warbler in Michigan’s Northern Lower Peninsula.
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Collaboration helps Michigan, Wisconsin celebrate elk management milestones
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Elk in the Great Lakes region reached restoration milestones in 2018.
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And God created great whales
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Grab some headphones and a snorkeling mask, and prepare for a concert of whale song.
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Whadayaknow: What is a round goby?
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In this video segment, random people answer questions experts believe environmentally literate individuals should know.