Ashley Nilsson - NorthWoods Wildlife Center

Helping Out a Fledgling Barred Owl

In mid-April, we received a call about a fledgling Barred Owl on the ground. With the parents still around, we asked the finder to leave him be for the day,…

twin orphaned fawns receiving care at the Northwoods Wildlife Center

First Fawns of the 2024 Baby Season

It is officially fawn season here at Northwoods Wildlife Center, as we admitted our first fawns of the year a little over a week ago. These two fawns were found…

A Great-horned Owl soon to be fledgling that was admitted to Northwoods Wildlife Center after their tree was cut down.

Wait! Don’t Cut That Tree!

It’s that time of year again when we are all itching to go outside and spruce up our yards. One project that usually begins in the spring is cutting down…

First Signs of Spring Episode 4: Mammals That Are a Sure Sign That Spring Is Here to Stay

Over the past month, the Northwoods Wildlife Center has been discussing the first signs of spring, and today, we would like to conclude with the first signs of spring in…

First Signs of Spring Episode Three: Frogs, Salamanders and Snakes! Oh My!

Last week, we discussed the first signs of spring in the bird world and which birds are the early bird migrators of Wisconsin. This week, we would like to discuss…

A male and female Eastern Bluebird on top of a nest box.

First Signs of Spring Episode Two: The Early Birds

Although it is a little earlier than usual this year, spring is officially upon us. Last week, we discussed spring ephemerals, their importance to early pollinators, and their symbiotic relationships…

First Signs of Spring, Episode One: Spring Ephemerals

Welcome to “First Signs of Spring,” a mini-series covering different signs of spring in the Northwoods. Spring in the Northwoods is always one of my favorite times of the year. …

Black-capped Chickadee: A Different Meaning to Bird Brain

A Black-capped Chickadee in the winter “Bird brain” is a term many have heard used to describe someone as stupid, foolish, or tiny-brained. Ironically, it is “bird-brained” to use this…

Snow Fleas: Winter’s Active Hexapod And Their Unique Antifreeze Protein

Have you ever noticed tiny black specks on the snow near the bases of trees on warmer winter days when the snow is melting? If so, you have met an extraordinary…

Mated great-horned owls preening eachother

For some raptors, mating season starts early!

Bald Eagles and Great Horned Owls are some of the first birds in Wisconsin to begin their courtship and mating. While other animals are hunkered down and trying to use…

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