Category: Wildlife
Superb Owl Sunday: 8 Fun Facts About Owls
February 9, 2024
Owls are some of the most fascinating creatures in Ohio. Their mysterious nature, charismatic expressions and recognizable calls have sparked interest for centuries. In honor of Superb Owl Sunday, here are fun facts to celebrate these magnificent…
8 Wild Facts About Wild Turkeys
November 17, 2023
The Wild Turkey is one of the most recognizable birds in North America and can be found in all of Ohio’s 88 counties. While you are likely familiar with the Wild Turkey (especially this week!), you may…
Coexisting with your wild neighbors
August 28, 2023
You have new neighbors. They are messing up your lawn, raiding your garden and knocking over your trash cans. You wish you could ask them to stop, but you’re not sure they will listen. It’s (hopefully!) not…
The do’s and don’ts of baby wildlife
March 13, 2023
Spring is here, which means baby season for our local wildlife. As wildlife rehabilitators prepare for their busiest time of the year, here are some do’s and don’ts for helping baby wildlife. DO: Allow wildlife to grow…
4 steps to avoid sharing your home with wildlife
February 20, 2023
Baby season for wildlife is right around the corner, which means animal moms-to-be will soon start nesting. Animals such as raccoons, squirrels and skunks will be looking for cozy places to build nests for their newborns —…
Where do animals go in the winter?
December 14, 2022
Many types of birds (including retiree snowbirds!) migrate south for the winter. While most of us would prefer to spend the cold months in a tropical climate, many Ohio residents, human and animal, ride out the snowy…
Drivers be alert, deer breeding season is here
October 6, 2022
Deer breeding season occurs from mid-October through December. Below, Lake Erie Nature & Science Center shares information about deer mating habits and tips for drivers this fall. Male deer (or bucks) travel together in “bachelor groups” during…
Keep Migratory Birds Safe This Fall
August 17, 2022
Every spring and fall, millions of birds migrate through Ohio on their way between their breeding and overwintering grounds. During migration birds can travel hundreds of miles in one night, even hummingbirds weighing an average of 3.5…
Your springtime guide to baby wildlife
March 3, 2022
As the weather warms and people spend more time outdoors, you may notice young animals that seem to be alone or in distress. Lake Erie Nature & Science Center is the only wildlife rehabilitation facility in Cuyahoga…
Owls of Ohio
January 17, 2022
If you look to the skies in Ohio, you will see a variety of birds: songbirds, gulls, hawks, vultures and more. What you might not easily see are owls. Owls are common in Ohio. However, they can…
