Monitoring Georgia’s Mussels
Recent surveys provided data on low-profile but high-value wildlife: Georgia's native freshwater mussels.
Tag: GeorgiaWildlife
Connecting Key Dots for Red Knots
by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division
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Satellite tracking of red knots is underscoring how vital Georgia's coast is for these shorebirds.
Smoke Savvy Burns Boost Georgia Wildlife
by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division
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While prescribed fire helps wildlife, managers also work to ensure the smoke doesn't trouble people. Here's how.
Rare ‘Pups’ Found Near Blairsville
by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division
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DNR hellbender surveys turned up a surprise in August: one of Georgia's few sightings of mudpuppies.
Georgia’s Rare Black Witches
by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division
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They may be big, but black witch moths are a challenge to see in Georgia.
Another BOLO for Rare Plants
by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division
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The Georgia Plant Conservation Alliance also wants you to be on the lookout for these two rare species.
Seen a Spotted Skunk? Here’s What to Do
by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division
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DNR is seeking details of sightings of eastern spotted skunks, the less common of Georgia's native skunk species.
Debby vs. Sea Turtle Nests
by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division
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The storm affected nest success; the question is how much.
Help Find Flame Flower
by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division
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DNR is asking for help in finding rare flame flower in Georgia's Coastal Plain.
Surf and Tortoise on St. Simons
by Georgia DNR, Wildlife Resources Division
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When Ben Rountree saw a gopher tortoise crawling near the surf on St. Simons Island last May, the south Georgia native knew what it was. But he also knew it...