Wildlife – Page 10 – East Metro Water

The release of Hector the Toad

By: angiehongmn April 29, 2015

Wildlifebuffers, ephemeral wetlands, frogs and toadsLeave a Comment

Pollution from fertilizers and pesticides can have a particularly bad impact on ephemeral wetlands during the spring when frog and toad eggs are hatching into tadpoles and birds are stopping over on their return journey north.

Getting to know your neighborhood uncommon fish

By: angiehongmn September 18, 2014

Aquatic Biology, Wildlifeendangered species, fish, Mississippi River, St. Croix River, Washington CountyLeave a Comment

There are eight species of fish in Washington County that are considered threatened or special concern species by the State of Minnesota.

Monarchs in the Trees

By: angiehongmn August 6, 2014

Wildlife, Yards and LandscapingBlue Thumb, butterflies, monarchs, native plants, pollinators, wildlife habitatLeave a Comment

On Thursday, Aug. 7, 6:30-8pm, the Jurans and the Grabowskis will open up their yards to neighbors and other members of the local community who are looking for ideas and inspiration.

Safe passage for turtles near Big Marine Lake

By: angiehongmn June 23, 2014

WildlifeBig Marine Park, Blanding's turtle, turtle crossing, turtles, Washington Conservation District, Washington County Parks2 Comments

County Parks and WCD staff expect many kinds of turtles to use the new road crossing at Hwy 4, but local biologists are especially interested in protecting Blanding’s turtles because of their threatened species status.

Native Plants Keep Bees Buzzing

By: angiehongmn June 3, 2014

Wildlife, Yards and LandscapingBlue Thumb, honey bees, native plants, pollinators, wildlife habitatLeave a Comment

Beekeepers are losing 30-50% of their hives each year as the colonies collapse due to disease, lack of habitat, and pesticide applications.

Where have all the bees gone?

By: angiehongmn October 29, 2013

Wildlife, Yards and Landscaping2 Comments

Since 1945, honeybee populations in the U.S. have declined from 4.5 million to only 2 million today and many scientists and beekeepers fear that honeybees might be on the brink of disappearing altogether.

Give me a home where the buffalo roam

By: angiehongmn June 7, 2013

Wildlife, Yards and LandscapingBelwin Conservancy, bison, prairie, Washington Conservation DistrictLeave a Comment

This year, for the first time, the Washington Conservation District has grant funds available to help landowners living near the St. Croix River convert large areas of turf to prairie, making it easier than ever for people to go native.

Saving Trout

By: angiehongmn December 19, 2012

WildlifeBrown's Creek Watershed District, fishing, trout, Valley Branch Watershed DistrictLeave a Comment

Because trout and the insects that they rely on for food – stoneflies, mayflies, and caddisflies – are so sensitive to pollution and increases in water temperature, trout by necessity require pretty places to live.