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West Nile Virus impacting Minnesota loon population
DNR News Release | July 26, 2019
A recent uptick in reports of dead loons and test results indicate an impact from West Nile Virus (WNV), according to non-game wildlife staff at the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Minnesota confirmed WNV as the cause of death in two of three dead loons from northeastern Minnesota earlier this month. Wildlife... READ MORE >
Pollinators are key to Minnesota’s environmental health
DNR News Release | July 19, 2019
Without them, we wouldn’t have some of our favorite foods. They are vital to a healthy environment. They’re also beautiful and fascinating to watch. They’re pollinators, and this week is dedicated to understanding, appreciating and helping them. Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds are needed to pollinate plants that provide Minnesota food crops such as fruits, vegetables and herbs. Some of these... READ MORE >