Posts Tagged ‘Wildlife Conservation’
NCWRC Asks Public to Report Armadillo Sightings to Assess Species Expansion
Anyone laying eyes on an armadillo for the first time might be taken aback by their unique and prehistoric appearance. Going by nicknames like “tactical possum” and “pocket dinosaur”, the…
Read MoreRecovering America’s Wildlife Act (RAWA) back in Congress, Tillis leading
Last year, as time ran out, Congress narrowly failed to pass the Recovering America’s Wildlife Act (RAWA), which meant that all 50 states were left to face drastic underfunding of…
Read MoreWomen Hunters of NC – NCWF Affiliate Provides Outdoor Mentorship, Fellowship
“When women with a common passion come together, a bond is made that is unbreakable—making them empowered to lead and destroy prehistoric mindsets that it’s just a ‘man’s world’.” Says…
Read MoreNorth Carolina Wild Turkey Season Opens April 1 : Here’s What You Need To Know
The days have gotten longer, spring temperatures are steadily rising, new leaves are on the trees, and wildlife is out and about… which means that turkey season is just around…
Read MoreBirds of a Feather – Famous Ospreys Return to Lake Norman Nesting Platform
Lake Norman’s most famous pair of ospreys have returned to their nesting platform for the spring! Fresh from their wintering grounds, the pair are getting busy preparing a nest for…
Read MoreA Golden Ticket for Wildlife and Habitat – Governor Cooper declares February “Prescribed Fire Awareness Month”
We are now in what is known as “prescribed burn season”, and with it comes North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper’s proclamation that the month of February will now be “Prescribed…
Read MoreTaking Action Against Invasive Wildlife Species in North Carolina – National Invasive Species Awareness Week Blog 2
– Written by Bates Whitaker, NCWF Communications & Marketing Manager In recognition of National Invasive Species Awareness Week (February 20-26), NCWF is highlighting the top invasive plant and animal species in…
Read MoreIn Celebration of Conservation: 2022 Year in Review
There are many things that bind people together: common interest, shared duty or experience, or belonging to a community. North Carolina Wildlife Federation is proud to be a part of…
Read MoreA Scientific Look at Predator-Prey Relationships and Efforts to Reduce Red Wolf and Coyote Hybridization
by Dr. Liz Rutledge, director of wildlife resources, and Katerina Ramos, red wolf education and outreach coordinator Finding a mate can be challenging with a limited number of red wolves…
Read MoreCongress Passes Chronic Wasting Disease Research and Management Act
Crossing over into a new year, we look back on 2022 as one full of both challenges and victories for wildlife conservation. Among these victories is a crucial and monumental…
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