20 Aug 2014
By LBL_Admin
Red Wolf Puppy Update

Red Wolf Puppy Update

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Baby’s first words By John Pollpeter, Lead Naturalist, Woodlands Nature Station At four months old, our red wolf pup tries hard to be a part of the pack. In this video dated August 20, 2014 – like baby’s first words – the little pup attempts her first howls.     Our pup weighs about 18 pounds. She easily runs with mom and dad. She often steals food from her parents and has not learned to share quite yet. We encourage you to watch the family dynamics. We suspect her father feels she’s a pest. Her sharp baby teeth poke at…
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11 Aug 2014
By LBL_Admin
See wildlife like ‘Asia’ did

See wildlife like ‘Asia’ did

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This testimonial was submitted by a guest on one of our Sunset Kayak Tours. Sign up for our Canoe and Kayak Tours in August (16, 30, and 31)!    Hi Denise, I just wanted to let you know that the kayaking was AMAZING. We saw tons of wildlife: beavers, deer (that swam!), blue herons, egrets, etc. Our guides were incredibly nice and knowledgeable, and the kayaking was really fun. Plus, we ended up knowing almost everyone in our group (fellow Murrayans and WKMS listeners!). AND we got to howl with the wolves/coyotes. What else do you need? Haha. In fact, we're…
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08 Aug 2014
By LBL_Admin
Ten Amazing Things About the World’s Tiniest Backyard Birds

Ten Amazing Things About the World’s Tiniest Backyard Birds

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Submitted by Sharon Waltrip, Environmental Education Program Manager Remember to visit the Nature Station to see these little birds in action during Hummingbird Month! From Wildlife Promise, By Kevin Coyle Hummingbirds are a definite favorite for so many North American wildlife gardeners, and after you voted last month these tiny wonders have a special place of honor during our Garden for Wildlife Month. There are eight species of hummingbirds that nest in the U.S. and about two dozen who live here or visit. For those in the eastern half of America, the Ruby Throat is what you will see. The…
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25 Jul 2014
By LBL_Admin
Armadillos Have Arrived

Armadillos Have Arrived

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By John Pollpeter, Lead Naturalist at  Woodlands Nature Station People associate Land Between The Lakes with eagles, pelicans, white-tail deer, turkeys, and now – armadillos.  Our region boasts the largest population of the nine-banded armadillo in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. So let’s learn about our newest resident: How did they get here? Armadillos have been naturally migrating north from two southern populations --Texas and Florida.  Armadillos are native to Texas.  In the late 19th century a resident of Florida introduced a small population into Florida. These two populations later merged and have been marching north ever since. Rivers and streams…
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09 Jul 2014
By LBL_Admin
King of the Snakes

King of the Snakes

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Submitted by John Pollpeter, Lead Naturalist at Woodlands Nature Station Just like the lion is “king” of the beasts, the black or common kingsnake is “king” of the snakes.  Kingsnakes regularly eat snakes, including venomous ones, as they are partially immune to the venom.  Kingsnakes are not venomous. The black kingsnake will strike the rattlesnake behind the head, grasping it tightly as it coils itself around the other snake. The coils slowly constrict the rattlesnake, killing it rather quickly. After a time, the kingsnake will uncoil and begin eating, head first to unhinge its jaws, and swallowing the dead rattler.…
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17 Jun 2014
By LBL_Admin
Rare Red Wolf Born in Captivity at Land Between The Lakes

Rare Red Wolf Born in Captivity at Land Between The Lakes

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GOLDEN POND, KY—Land Between The Lakes National Recreation Area is pleased to announce the birth of a ¾ pound female red wolf on May 2,2014. The Woodlands Nature Station’s captive, endangered red wolves are the proud parents. The new female pup is just now emerging from her den and stretching her legs followed by two very attentive and nervous parents. She will remain with her parents for at least 18 months and then be transferred to a zoo or nature center to start her own pack. “As she gets older and braver, the little pup will become more visible. Right…
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07 May 2014
By LBL_Admin
Bird is the Word

Bird is the Word

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On Saturday, May 10, we will devote a whole day for you to learn about some of the 250 species of birds at Land Between The Lakes. Our Woodlands Nature Watch Area provides some of the best birding in the South. Conveniently located in the crossroads of many different habitats and part of the Mississippi flyway, Land Between The Lakes attracts quite a diversity of birds. We are located between the eastern forests and the western prairies, as well as the northern dwelling birds mixing with the southern species. This combination makes the beginning of May the peak for spotting…
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