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Humane Society of Huron Valley warns pet owners to be cautious of wildlife traps
Read full article: Humane Society of Huron Valley warns pet owners to be cautious of wildlife trapsHSHV officials are urging Ann Arbor area pet owners to be careful of dangerous traps after the recent passage of an amendment to wildlife regulations.
Michigan DNR expands list of nuisance animals property owners can kill without a permit
Read full article: Michigan DNR expands list of nuisance animals property owners can kill without a permitThe Michigan Department of Natural Resources has added more nuisance animals to the list of critters property owners can kill without first obtaining a permit.
Michigan DNR proposes adding more animals to list of critters homeowners can kill without a permit
Read full article: Michigan DNR proposes adding more animals to list of critters homeowners can kill without a permitThe Michigan Department of Natural Resources wants to add more nuisance animals to the list of critters homeowners can kill without first obtaining a permit.
Whatโs being done after deer with heads stuck in Halloween buckets spotted in Bloomfield Hills, Troy
Read full article: Whatโs being done after deer with heads stuck in Halloween buckets spotted in Bloomfield Hills, TroyA deer with its head stuck in a Halloween bucket was spotted on a security camera in Bloomfield Hills on Saturday.
Brothers thankful for the comeback of the wild turkey in Michigan
Read full article: Brothers thankful for the comeback of the wild turkey in MichiganThe successful restoration of wild turkey in Michigan created a fun outdoor game for Dash Pilon, 11, and Preston Pilon, 13, brothers living with their parents in a Lower Peninsula suburban area.
How to keep wildlife out of your home during cold weather
Read full article: How to keep wildlife out of your home during cold weatherWith the weather getting colder, various critters are looking for a safe, warm place to call home for the winter. Devan Bianco with Michigan Humane joined Jason Carr on โLive in the Dโ to share pointers on how to make your house not so inviting to wildlife.
DNR: Alewife fish in Lake Michigan dying in masses like they used to
Read full article: DNR: Alewife fish in Lake Michigan dying in masses like they used toHistory is repeating itself in Lake Michigan: The alewife fish is washing up on the shores in a widespread โdie-offโ event that used to happen frequently in the past.
Yellowstone National Park celebrates its 150th year
Read full article: Yellowstone National Park celebrates its 150th yearIt is easily one of the most recognized and beautiful national parks in all of the United States and this year Yellowstone celebrates being the named the first national park 150 years ago. You know about Old Faithful, youโve seen the wildlife, and now it is very popular because of the series โYellowstone.โ
Should the gray wolf be placed back on endangered list in Michigan? DNR wants your opinion
Read full article: Should the gray wolf be placed back on endangered list in Michigan? DNR wants your opinionThe gray wolf was removed from the endangered list in Michigan and now officials want to know if the public thinks it should be placed back on that list.
Startling statistics: Floridaโs record-breaking manatee deaths โa very sad wake-up callโ
Read full article: Startling statistics: Floridaโs record-breaking manatee deaths โa very sad wake-up callโThough itโs only July, the total number of Florida manatee deaths in 2021 has already reached a higher total than it did in all of 2020, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
See this colorful, fuzzy caterpillar in Michigan? Donโt touch it
Read full article: See this colorful, fuzzy caterpillar in Michigan? Donโt touch itItโs no big surprise to see a caterpillar roaming around in Michigan in the summer -- but this particular one is not to be messed with, even though it looks cool.
City of Ann Arbor helps secure $7.4 million in funding for regional land, water conservation
Read full article: City of Ann Arbor helps secure $7.4 million in funding for regional land, water conservation"This vision started decades ago through grassroots efforts led by local champions of conservation," said the Greenbelt Program's manager Remy Long.
This may look destructive but guess what? Itโs helping wildlife and hereโs how
Read full article: This may look destructive but guess what? Itโs helping wildlife and hereโs howSpring officially begins this weekend, and with the return of warm weather comes more active local wildlife. Leightner said that springtime kicks off many of their habitat projects, which are designed to benefit wildlife big and small. Leightner explained that by burning certain parts of Michigan grasslands, theyโre able to help promote local plant growth and control invasive species. To find out more about how you can help with wildlife conservation, watch the video above. To learn more about Michiganโs important wildlife conservation efforts, click here.
โDeer Doctorโ to visit Ann Arbor virtually in April
Read full article: โDeer Doctorโ to visit Ann Arbor virtually in AprilKnown as the โDeer Doctor,โ Baker is an author, conservationist and consultant to the Humane Society of the United States. The city of Ann Arbor has spent $750,000 on deer management since 2015, when the Ann Arbor City Council approved a four-year deer management plan, according to the HSHV. โScientists and wildlife biologists confirm that Ann Arbor does not have an overpopulation of deer. Within those responses, 700 reported not taking deer-preventative measures and 73% stated their enjoyment of seeing deer in Ann Arbor, HSHV said. AdThose interested in the free seminar with the โDeer Doctorโ can visit hshv.org/gardenwithdeer.
Hereโs what you should do if you see a coyote
Read full article: Hereโs what you should do if you see a coyoteWhat should I do if I see a coyote? According to the DNR, coyotes are rarely dangerous and are likely just looking for small animals to eat or feed their young. Here is what to do if a coyote comes close to you:Make loud noises (Yell at it, bang pots and pans, use an air horn)Make yourself look large (Put your arms up and out to look bigger)Be assertive with your toneMake eye contact (Let the coyote know that this is your space and it is not welcome)Surprise the coyote (Open an umbrella, or throw objects at it)If youโre seeing the same coyote repeatedly, you should use different methods each time you see the coyote. If you have a small dog, you should pick it up. If coyotes are doing damage on private property, a property owner or designee can take coyotes year-round and a license or written permit is not needed.
List: Endangered or threatened species in Michigan
Read full article: List: Endangered or threatened species in Michigan(Rolf Peterson/Michigan Technological University via AP)A look at Michiganโs endangered or threatened species. The Federal Endangered Species Act of 1973 (Act) describes two categories of declining species of plants and animals that need the Actโs protections โ endangered species and threatened species โ and provides these definitions:Endangered - any species that is in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range;Threatened - any species that is likely to become an endangered species within the foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of its range. Endangered species are at the brink of extinction now. Threatened species are likely to be at the brink in the near future. Related stories:
These tips for World Wildlife Day will help keep you safe
Read full article: These tips for World Wildlife Day will help keep you safeThe advertiser paid a fee to promote this sponsored article and may have influenced or authored the content. The views expressed in this article are those of the advertiser and do not necessarily reflect those of this site or affiliated companies. Wednesday marks World Wildlife Day, and as the temperatures warm up, itโs safe to assume people will have more encounters with wildlife. Anna Chrisman from Michigan Humane explained that Michigan is full of different species of wildlife. Also, if you see a baby animal, do not assume the baby is abandoned.
Spice up your next virtual event with critters from Ann Arborโs Leslie Science and Nature Center
Read full article: Spice up your next virtual event with critters from Ann Arborโs Leslie Science and Nature CenterANN ARBOR โ Tired of the uniformness of virtual meetings? Thatโs why the Leslie Science and Nature Center has begun offering special appearances from its animal ambassadors to lift the virtual meetup experience. An education staff member will accompany each animal ambassador for 15 to 30 minute sessions that include a Q&A. Below are the available animal ambassadors, with descriptions by LSNC:Barred OwlThe Barred Owl is no stranger to online teaching. Enjoy watching the behavior of these laid-back, powerful creatures as they slide their way into your next virtual hang out.
A4 Fall Photo Challenge 2020: The Winners
Read full article: A4 Fall Photo Challenge 2020: The WinnersANN ARBOR โ We asked our readers to share their best fall photos this year as the leaves approached peak color in the area. From river scenes to canopies of colorful leaves, furry friends and long drives, we have really enjoyed pouring through all of your entries that remind us why this is our favorite season. The winning photos will be featured Friday on Local 4โฒs Live in the D that airs at 10 a.m. "The Huron River, Delhi Metropark." (Karen E.)"A fall day at Ann Arbor's North Campus."
US wildlife officials aim to remove wolf protections in 2020
Read full article: US wildlife officials aim to remove wolf protections in 2020TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. The Trump administration plans to lift endangered species protections for gray wolves across most of the nation by the end of the year, the director of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said Monday. The administration also is pushing ahead with a rollback of protections for migratory birds despite a recent setback in federal court, she said. Skipwith said the Fish and Wildlife Service was still evaluating the judges decision and planned to issue a final rule by the end of the year. The agency remains committed to making sure were not criminalizing these unintentional actions while stepping up efforts to protect migratory birds, she said.
Zimbabwe investigates mysterious deaths of 11 elephants
Read full article: Zimbabwe investigates mysterious deaths of 11 elephantsHARARE Zimbabwe's parks authorities in Zimbabwe are investigating the death of 11 elephants in a forest in the west of the country, a parks spokesman said Sunday. In recent years poachers in Zimbabwe have poisoned dozens of elephants and then have taken their ivory tusks to sell them to illegal traders. We are also ruling out poachers because the tusks were intact.The mysterious deaths of the elephants in Zimbabwe appears similar to the deaths last month of more than 275 elephants in neighboring Botswana. Scientists are still investigating the deaths of the elephants in Botswana's Okavango Delta area and poaching, poisoning and anthrax have been ruled out. Last year about 200 elephants in Zimbabwe died of starvation as a result of the country's drought.
Study looks at decades of bald eagle deaths in Michigan
Read full article: Study looks at decades of bald eagle deaths in MichiganDETROIT A study of more than 30 years of data on bald eagles in Michigan shows the leading causes of death for the iconic national bird are being hit by cars and lead poisoning. Fish and Wildlife Service, Michigan State University and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. James Sikarskie, a retired professor from Michigan State Universitys College of Veterinary Medicine, was a co-author of the study. Lead poisoning causes damage to the liver and kidneys, and the treatment to draw the toxin out, chelation, is also traumatic on them.Michigan officials said they encourage non-lead ammunition. DNR spokesman Ed Golder said its a hunter preference partly because non-lead ammunition is more expensive.
Spotted lanternfly could be next invasive species in Michigan: What to know
Read full article: Spotted lanternfly could be next invasive species in Michigan: What to knowDETROIT Michigan could soon have a new addition to its invasive species list: spotted lanternfly. To date, spotted lanternfly has not been detected in Michigan, but it has been detected spreading across the nation, including in Delaware, Virginia, New Jersey, Maryland and West Virginia. Related: Michigan adds invasive marbled crayfish to prohibited species listAdult spotted lanternflies are identifiable by their bright body and wing colors. Spotted lanternfly could negatively impact our grape industry, said Robert Miller, invasive species prevention and response specialist for MDARD. Related: 11 invasive species to watch out for in Michigan
WATCH LIVE: Otters swim, play at Detroit Zoo
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Otters swim, play at Detroit ZooWatch otters swim, run and play live. Watch live above. *The camera will be down from 7-9 a.m. each day during the ottersโ feeding time. The Detroit Zoo is open every day with limited capacity. Reservations are required, please visit their website to plan your visit: detroitzoo.orgThree North American river otters call the 2,500-square-foot Edward Mardigian Sr. River Otter Habitat home.
There is a world of adventure in your backyard
Read full article: There is a world of adventure in your backyardAre you ready to go on an adventure right outside your door? Palmero talked about the benefits of possums in nature. She said that possums move slow and are not that smart, but are beneficial to have in your yard. Possums are helpful to people and pet owners because they eat ticks; up to about 4,000 ticks in a weekโs time. Watch the video to learn more about whatโs in your backyard.
Help pull spring invasive species in Ann Arbor this week
Read full article: Help pull spring invasive species in Ann Arbor this weekANN ARBOR The city of Ann Arbors Natural Area Preservation is calling on local volunteers to help pull invasive spring plant species as part of a virtual event. Volunteers are encouraged to remove spring invasive species from their yards and gardens as well as city-owned nature areas. Each season, aggressive non-native plants spread and outcompete native species, reducing the diversity of native wildlife, including butterflies and small mammals. Residents are asked to pull plants on their own or with members from their household. After youve pulled the plants, report your efforts to the Stewardship Network Spring Invasive Species Challenge.
WATCH: Behind-the-scenes look at the Detroit Zooโs otter exhibit
Read full article: WATCH: Behind-the-scenes look at the Detroit Zooโs otter exhibitROYAL OAK, Mich. โ The Detroit Zoo may be closed, but you donโt have to miss seeing the animals completely. Local 4 has a camera in the otter exhibit so you can keep an eye on them from home. Watch a video of the camera being installed below and see some of the otters in the video above. Also, the camera is livestreaming 22 hours a day, so you can spend some time seeing what Kalee, Sparky, Whisker and Lucius are up to.
Did wolverines ever live in Michigan?
Read full article: Did wolverines ever live in Michigan?We received this question about traffic stops through our 4YI form, where you can ask us anything about Michigan and/or Metro Detroit and we will do our best to get back with an answer(s). Question:โDid wolverines ever live in Michigan?โAnswer:Michigan Department of Natural Resourcesโ Communications and Education Coordinator Hannah Schauer said if wolverines were ever native to Michigan, they were pushed out over 200 years ago. Itโs unknown how the wolverine arrived in Michigan, but Schauer said DNA evidence suggests it was related to animals native to Alaska. Fish and Wildlife Services have the wolverine listed as a threatened species -- meaning theyโre vulnerable to endangerment in the future. 4YI -- Ask us a question about Metro Detroit or MichiganWhat do you have questions about in Metro Detroit or Michigan that youโd like us to investigate?