Natural North Dakota

Have you noticed any falling stars recently? The Delta Aquarids Meteor Shower started on July 12 and will run through Au... Read more

When was the last time you saw a snapping turtle? Snapping turtles are one of four species of turtles native to North Da... Read more

Have you ever noticed what looks like a mass of spit on a plant in the woods, on the prairie, or in your garden? I suspe... Read more

I recently read about the Natural Resource Conservation Service’s Turtle Mountain Conservation Delivery Unit and Plant M... Read more

In 1907, the state of North Dakota designated the “Wild Prairie Rose” as the North Dakota State Flower.

Were there chimney swifts before chimneys? Of course! It might surprise you, but historically, chimney swifts nested in ... Read more

Are you enjoying these long summer days? The days have been lengthening since the winter solstice back in December. And ... Read more

If you haven’t been to Lake Metigoshe State Park, this summer should be a good time to go. Lying around fourteen miles n... Read more

The northern lights have been unusually active over the past few months. And it appears we may be in for more frequent s... Read more

Some birds are known to lay their eggs in another bird’s nest. They then go off while the “host” parent, or parents, get... Read more