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Walking with the wolf
An encounter with one of the river’s wildest inhabitants.
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Unsung aquatic hero could get a big boost from dam removals
Freshwater mussels are some of the most imperiled species in North America. Experts say we can change that by rethinking our infrastructure.
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Rare beach beetle surprises local expert
Biologist on lower river spots imperiled insect that seeks out sand.
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Afton State Park phenology: December 24, 2021 to January 6, 2022
Night sky sights, winter birds, and animal tracks.
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Afton State Park phenology, Dec. 10 to Dec. 23
Notes on the seasonal rhythms along the Lower St. Croix.
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Rare Arctic bird seen at mouth of St. Croix River
Gull species native to tundra and ice was found thousands of miles from home.
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St. Croix Creature Feature: Spiny softshell turtle
A recent encounter with this year’s hatchlings revealed a tenacious animal.
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Seeing some sights on the upper St. Croix River
A scenic stretch offers wildlife, history, geology, and much more.
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Sharp-tailed grouse in east-central Minnesota show significant decline
Management actions planned, including closing east-central hunting zone season.
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Shrinking sharp-tailed grouse population causes canceled hunting season
Threatened barrens bird species has a stronghold along upper St. Croix River — but biologists are concerned.
