Southeastern Bird Watchers Needed

ITHACA, NY - Twenty years is a long time for a songbird. In fact, the birds at your feeders have passed through several generations in the last 20 years. During that same time, the Southeast has seen rapid development and increases in human populations. New research reveals that people are not the only animals moving to the region­, some species of birds are, too.
Oct 13, 2007

Dr. Rebecca Gimenez to Discuss Equine and Large Animal Rescue

PENDLETON, SC - In the last four decades, the role of the veterinary technician has undergone a major metamorphosis, evolving in name, skills and reputation, to become an invaluable professional technical support for providing patient care in today’s veterinary clinics.
Oct 12, 2007

Oil Spill Response Facility Opens

AWENDAW, SC - A long-awaited milestone was realized Oct. 3 as staff and volunteers at the International Center for Birds of Prey transferred birds into the Center’s newly constructed medical clinic in Awendaw. The move signals an expansion of the Center’s conservation outreach from primarily raptors to all types of birds in crisis.
Oct 11, 2007

Georgia Honeybees Close Rough Production Year

ATHENS, GA - It's not the best year to be a Georgia beekeeper. On top of worries about colony collapse disorder, a newly detected virus, varroa mites and hive beetles, Georgia honey producers have had to deal with south Georgia fires, drought and poor honey flows.
Oct 10, 2007

Venison is Not Only Source of Toxoplasmosis Parasite

COLUMBIA, SC - Toxoplasmosis, a one-celled parasite found in many meats, can occur in South Carolina deer, but venison is not the only source of the disease, says a state Department of Natural Resources deer biologist.
Oct 9, 2007

Drought Drives Mosquito Numbers High

ATHENS, GA - Georgia's rainfall deficit has caused a mosquito population explosion that has led to a rise in the number of West Nile virus cases reported in the state.
Oct 8, 2007

Hitching a Ride

OCONEE, SC - There are few views in South Carolina, or anywhere else for that matter, that can compare to the view across the Dismal towards the back side of Table Rock Mountain at Caesars Head State Park. Regardless of the time of year, the view is spectacular.  In the spring with a fresh blanket of green to the winter where evergreen trees provide an accent of color to the bare branches of the hardwoods and the blue sky seems to get brighter as the temperatures get colder.
Oct 2, 2007

DNR Biologists, Law Enforcement Rescue Loggerhead

MURRELLS INLET, SC - The S.C. Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement received a call Aug. 12 at about 11 a.m. that a possible injured loggerhead turtle was sighted in Murrells Inlet near Capt. Dicks Marina. Region 4 Law Enforcement Officer Maurice Pruitt responded and found a debilitated loggerhead turtle.
Aug 24, 2007

Providing Source of Water for Birds

COLUMBIA, SC - Birds need a fresh water source as much as humans during the heat of the summer, according to a wildlife biologist with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources.
Aug 21, 2007

Get Your Story Published in S.C. Wildlife Magazine

COLUMBIA, SC - Palmetto State readers rely on South Carolina Wildlife magazine for fascinating and informative stories about the outdoors from sports to wildlife and much more. But, right now, S.C. Wildlife magazine is turning to you, the outdoors lovers of the Palmetto State, for stories of your outdoor traditions.
Aug 14, 2007

Bald Eagle Soars Off Endangered Species List

WASHINGTON, DC - After nearly disappearing from most of the U.S., the bald eagle is now flourishing and no longer needs the protection of the Endangered Species Act. The nation’s symbol has recovered from an all-time low of 417 nesting pairs in 1963 to an estimated high of 9,789 breeding pairs today, and will be removed from the list of threatened and endangered species.
Aug 13, 2007

Hammock Islands Offer Important Habitat for Birds

Previously unsuspected numbers of birds have been discovered breeding on the state’s hammock islands. A recently completed survey of these islands has revealed a high ecological significance for these often-small uplands, particularly as important habitats for many species of birds, including a coastal favorite, the painted bunting.
Aug 12, 2007

The Best Ways To Attract More Songbirds

With growing recognition that our climate is warming, native plants are the best choice for creating bird friendly habitats for the future. Native plants are adapted to temperature extremes of the past and they are the best bet for future changes because of their long history with local climates. If you are trying to bring more birds to your backyard, the single best thing to do is plant native shrubs, vines, and trees.
Jul 31, 2007

Hummingbirds, Containers in 'Gardening' Spotlight

Hummingbird diets and plant containers are among the topics that will be covered on the July 14 episode of "Gardening in Georgia", which airs each Thursday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 12:30 and 6:30 p.m. on Georgia Public Broadcasting stations.
Jul 13, 2007

The Monarch Butterfly in North America

A new website, The Monarch Butterfly in North America, has been officially launched! The Monarch Butterfly website is a gateway to news, information, activities, and resources about the biology and conservation of this fascinating insect.
Jul 8, 2007