Brood XIX, which is a group of cicadas that emerge once every 13 years, is in the headlines across Missouri and throughout the Midwest now. In addition to these periodic cicadas, there are annual cicadas that emerge every summer. People can learn more about these fascinating insects and their unique lifestyles at the Missouri Department […]
Their flowers, their often colorful fruits (depending on species), and their wildlife habitat and landscaping values have endeared hawthorns to Missourians and is the primary reason why the downy hawthorn is Missouri’s state flower. People can learn more about hawthorns and paint a picture of Missouri’s state flower at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) […]
Part of the fun of catching fish is eating what you’ve caught. However, before any fish are put in a fryer or on a grill, anglers need to know how to properly clean what they’ve caught. People who would like to learn more about how to clean fish should register for the Missouri Department of […]
People are fascinated by hummingbirds. The way they dart and hover around feeders and some native flowering plants is truly remarkable. People can learn about hummingbirds at the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) virtual program “Naturalist Notes: Hummingbirds” on May 22. This free online program will be from 6-7 p.m. and is being put on […]
The invasion is happening! Once in more than a decade, millions of red-eyed, buzzing bugs are or will soon be just about everywhere in much of Missouri! Mass emergences of millions of periodical cicadas, which happen every 13 or 17 years, are happening this spring. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites everyone to join […]
If you enjoy mushrooms, look beyond spring morels to summer when various other edible mushrooms appear. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) will offer a free virtual Foraging Summertime Mushrooms program from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 23. Mike Snyder, a certified mushroom identification expert, will talk about mushrooms that appear in summer. […]
Many homeowners are discovering the benefits of landscaping with native plants. Plants that are naturally adapted to their surroundings tend to be less dependent on pesticides and watering hoses and they provide better habitat for butterflies, songbirds, and other local wildlife. The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) invites people to purchase native plants for their […]
Snakes are among Missouri’s most misunderstood animals. That’s unfortunate because underneath a snake’s frightful reputation is an animal that performs valuable pest-control services for humans and, except for a few venomous species, is relatively harmless. People can learn more about snakes at two upcoming programs put on by the staff at the Missouri Department of […]
Snakes are among Missouri’s most misunderstood animals. That’s unfortunate because underneath a snake’s frightful reputation is an animal that performs valuable pest-control services for humans and, except for a few venomous species, is relatively harmless. People can learn more about snakes at two upcoming programs put on by the staff at the Missouri Department of […]
