Native vs Non-Native vs Invasive Species: What’s the Difference?

You’ve probably seen a headline or two about an invasive species taking over. Perhaps you’ve seen a sign warning of ...

US wants you to eat wild pigs, giant rats to save money, wildlife in MS

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wants people to eat more invasive species. In Mississippi, you can hunt and fish for nutria, feral hogs, carp and more ...
New York Post

Here’s why wildlife officials say you should eat rodents, lizards and other critters: ‘Chicken of the trees’

Eat a rodent, save the planet. That’s the advice from the US Fish & Wildlife Service, which says putting tasty rodents, iguanas, boars and other invasive critters on the menu could help protect the ...
The Morning Journal

Wild Things program introduces families to native wildlife up close

Visitors to Lorain County Metro Parks’ Carlisle Reservation, 12882 Diagonal Road in LaGrange, had a close-up look at Ohio wildlife Jan. 20 during the debut of a new live-animal program called Wild ...

Ecological Invaders: How Non-Native Animals are Reshaping Earth’s Ecosystems

National Invasive Species Awareness Week 2026 occurs between February 23 and February 27, 2026. Invasive species are ...

Why native plants are crucial for wildlife, even in your backyard

Discover why planting native plants in your yard, no matter how small, is crucial for supporting wildlife, pollinators, and ...
The Clarion-Ledger

Landscaping in MS: Native plants offer wildlife benefits and less fuss for gardeners

Looking for a way to beautify your lawn with plants that you know will survive Mississippi weather and soil conditions without a lot of work? Native species offer just that and they attract and ...
Texas Standard

New app aims to make native gardening less intimidating to Texans

It's the first app developed by Texas Parks & Wildlife, with a focus on boosting struggling pollinator populations.