Meadowhawks – Dragons of the Prairies
Meadowhawks – Dragons of the Prairies Danielle Bell, Communications Chair A sure sign that autumn is approaching is when I start to see Meadowhawk dragonflies flying...
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Rare Bird Alert – the Cerulean Warbler! by John O’Donnell
A rare Cerulean Warbler was observed in the Field Station woods for the first time in over a decade. Why have Cerulean Warblers become so rare?...
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Galerucella Beetle Project Update by Christine Bohn
FOCB volunteers are raising beetles to control purple loosestrife in Mud Lake. Read about the project. This growing season, a few volunteers are helping us...
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Sedges have Edges by Danielle Bell
Sedges are an important part of our flora. How are they different than grasses? What are some of our most common sedges? Sedges are commonly seen...
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Whooping Cranes by John O’Donnell
Three of these rare iconic birds visited Mud Lake in March. Read about conservation of Whoopers and the story of this trio’s migration through the Bog....
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SPECIES HIGHLIGHT – Rusty Patched Bumble Bee By Mary Powley
Have you ever taken a few moments to stop and admire flowers at the UWM Saukville Field Station? If you pay attention to the pollinators visiting...
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