2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (476+ words) Georgia officials are offering online training in the fight against aquatic invasive species, which can cause economic and ecological harm. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division is urging the public to learn more about aquatic nuisance species…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (244+ words) Black racers were just one snake species uncovered on this tin-flipping outing. Finding Eastern racers in pairs highlights the fact that springtime is breeding season. To find mates, male snakes follow scented chemical trails left behind in the soil and…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (185+ words) Finding Eastern racers in pairs highlights the fact that springtime is breeding season. To find mates, male snakes follow scented chemical trails left behind in the soil and in the shed skin of females. Seeing two sleek, freshly shed racers…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago   (619+ words) The yellow-bellied slider is the most abundant turtle in the North Fulton and Forsyth County areas. They have a yellow stripe behind each eye. They live for about 50–100 years. This is the time of year when turtles are most likely…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (18+ words) “These Burmese Pythons are getting too close to home,” Eyi Danielo wrote in a social media post....

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1388+ words) Georgia’s warm Southern climate, combined with its mix of mountains, forests, and low-lying areas, creates ideal habitat for a wide range of wildlife—including venomous snakes such as the copperhead. As temperatures rise in spring and summer, these snakes become…...

4+ mon, 6+ day ago   (490+ words) Extreme weather events, such as intense, prolonged drought linked to climate change, can increase mosquito populations in Georgia. And scientists warn that warming temperatures are driving north the mosquito breeds typically associated with environments south of the equator. “Mosquito larvae…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (721+ words) Aquatic invasive species can cause significant economic and ecological harm in Georgia, and state officials are asking for the public’s help in combating them. By displacing or outcompeting native plants and animals, non-native aquatic nuisance species can damage boats and…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (246+ words) Spring’s rising temperatures have snakes moving and Daniel Sollenberger’s phone ringing. As state herpetologist for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Mr. Sollenberger is a go-to for answers about snakes. In the spring, most of the snake questions he fields…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (102+ words) Tyler Harper, the Georgia Agriculture Commissioner, warns Georgians to be vigilant in stopping the spread of yellow-legged hornet nests. Officials warn hornet nests spreading in Coastal Georgia. What to know Georgia officials are warning residents of the southeastern part of…...