IN: Endangered Species & Wildlife
Indiana bobcats in the crosshairs, again
After years of trying and failing, Indiana lawmakers have put bobcats in the crosshairs. The decision forces the Indiana Department of Natural …
Wetlands at stake in southside Indy industrial development
Residents living directly south of Indianapolis could see their water quality change with a proposed land-use project that's getting some pushback…
Indiana Wild Turkeys: A Model for New Conservation Efforts
As Americans celebrate Thanksgiving, many may not realize a century ago, wild turkeys were near extinction. Conservation groups point to their …
Federal Bill Could Stabilize IN Monarch Butterfly Population
The number of Midwestern monarch butterflies has declined rapidly in recent decades, but a new bill pending in Congress could stabilize their …
Expert: Don't Give Bats a Bad Rap
INDIANAPOLIS - Halloween has given bats a bad rap, and bats' reported connection to the origins of COVID-19 has certainly not helped. However…
Indiana Bird Watchers Contributing to Global Count
INDIANAPOLIS – If you want to contribute to more than a century of science about the feathered friends in your community, the Audubon Society's …
Beautiful Springtime Trees Causing Ugly Problem in Hoosier State
INDIANAPOLIS – Drive around Indiana, or anywhere in the Midwest, and you're likely to see some trees that turn green early and have a beautiful …
IN Farmers Urged to "Bee-Aware" of Pollinators
INDIANAPOLIS – Indiana is one of the top soybean producing states in the country, and a major endeavor is under way to educate farmers about …
Bill Watch: Hoosier Lawmakers Tackle Environmental Issues
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana lawmakers will consider several bills that are important to the environment this legislative session. They cover solar…
2018: Year to Clean Up the Great Lakes
MICHIGAN CITY, Ind. – Clean-water advocates say they’re are hoping 2018 will be a year of better water quality in the Great Lakes and …
Old Trees Targeted in Upcoming Timber Sale
BROWN COUNTY, Ind. – As the date approaches for the start of logging of 300 acres in the Yellowwood Backcountry Area of Indiana, Brown County …
Challenge Under Way to Protect Monarchs
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – If you've ever watched the process of a caterpillar becoming a vividly colorful Monarch butterfly, you probably have an …