Animals
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Why Whitefish Point is one of the best places in the country to watch the fall bird migration
Whitefish Point is one of the best spots in the entire country to catch the diverse (and feathery) show that is the fall bird migration season.
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Despite bite incident, don’t harm Michigan’s protected rattlesnake, state says
There have been no confirmed human deaths from an eastern massasauga bite for over 100 years.
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Protect yourself: Why ticks are spreading in Michigan
In places where ticks were once rare, expansion of the species continues.
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Get to know these 10 family-owned dairy farms in Michigan
Once a mainstay in the state, these small generational dairy farms in Michigan are keeping the tradition (and the milking!) going strong.
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Microvolunteering in Michigan: What it is & how to do it
From letter writing to dog walking to food delivery, discover opportunities for microvolunteering in Michigan that fit your interests and schedule.
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Cuddly baby sloth melts hearts at Michigan petting farm
Flash is just one of the dozens of animals who call Carousel Acres home.
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Great Lakes show signs of declining PFAS pollution
Researchers have found a decline in PFAS levels in the Great Lakes’ top predator fish species, lake trout and walleye, suggesting lower levels of long-lasting contaminants in the resources these fish consume.
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What ticks live in Michigan? What to know about biting pests
Michigan is home to more than 20 tick species and many can pass dangerous bacteria, viruses or parasites.
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A book lover’s guide to Detroit
Detroit is an oasis for book lovers. Discover the city’s best spots to shop for new books or read old favorites with a coffee or cocktail in hand.
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Michigan eagles are ready to hatch eaglets. How to watch
Bald eagle lovers can watch raptors at two sites in Michigan as the eagles wait for their eggs to hatch. Harry and Harriet, a pair of eagles near Traverse City, laid their first egg of the year on March 2 and have three. Meanwhile, a second pair, Soren and Skye, laid their first egg on…
