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St. Croix River watershed wildlife: Rich in natural spaces and rare species
There were more than 24,000 observations logged on iNaturalist in the region this year, including many imperiled species.
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Nature center adds first St. Croix Valley antenna to wildlife-tracking network
After months of effort, Carpenter Nature Center joins global system revolutionizing study of birds and other creatures on the move.
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Afton State Park phenology, week of September 25
With autumn’s arrival, changes have started happening faster at the seasons change.
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Join a virtual wildlife safari on the St. Croix River
Explore the beautiful and fascinating plants, animals and more that call the region home.
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St. Croix Creature Feature: Local photographer shares fisher sighting
Elusive predator briefly revealed itself while chasing after its breakfast.
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Afton State Park Phenology, week of June 12, 2020
Details about what’s growing, flying, blooming, nesting, and otherwise alive right now at the popular park on the lower river.
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Afton State Park phenology, week of April 10, 2020
Wildlife to look for as spring progresses in the St. Croix Valley.
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Scientists study St. Croix mussels in race to solve die-off epidemic
Biologists alarmed about mass mussel deaths across the country look to the healthy St. Croix to help figure out what’s happening.
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Study: Invasive carp hurt Mississippi River sport fishing
Scientists show how game fish populations have declined in area where carp are established — a worrisome omen for the St. Croix.
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Conservation groups call for Minnesota to ban lead ammunition and fishing tackle
Petition to DNR says the toxic substance kills millions of birds and other animals each year, acceptable alternatives exist, and it’s time to act.
