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Animal Tracks - AskMDC

While you may not always see wildlife in person, you might see signs of where they've been.
Animal Tracks - AskMDC

Armadillos - AskMDC

The nine-banded armadillo first arrived in Texas in the mid-1800s, but didn't stop its northward invasion there.
Armadillos - AskMDC

Bald-Faced Hornet's Nest - AskMDC

Made from a paste of wood fiber and saliva, these nests typically have several layers of comb inside them.
Bald-Faced Hornet's Nest - AskMDC

Bluebell Wildflower - AskMDC

One Springtime wildflower that catches the eye of many are these trumpet-shaped favorites.
Bluebell Wildflower - AskMDC

Bluebirds - AskMDC

OH SO BLUE - Do you know when bluebirds start nesting? Or what you can do to help establish more nesting sites? AskMDC provides some answers in this short video.
Bluebirds - AskMDC

Busy Beavers - AskMDC

These sharp toothed mammals are known for their construction skills with wood. But they also possess other building skills that may surprise you.
Busy Beavers - AskMDC

Butterflies & Moths - AskMDC

You never know when you might encounter one of Missouri's beautiful butterflies or moths. AskMDC helps you identify some of these colorful species.
Butterflies & Moths - AskMDC

Cardinals - AskMDC

This colorful bird is a popular sight in Missouri, both in the wild and on the baseball field (St. Louis & Springfield mascot).
Cardinals - AskMDC

Cauliflower Mushroom - AskMDC

Here’s a wild mushroom that will catch your eye. Learn more as AskMDC provides some helpful identification tips in this short video.
Cauliflower Mushroom - AskMDC

Chicken Mushrooms - AskMDC

Did you know that there are "Chicken in the Woods?" AskMDC provides some helpful info about this interesting fungi.
Chicken Mushrooms - AskMDC

Chipmunks - AskMDC

These small creatures are quick and curious and fun to watch. And their energy level really picks up when it comes time to store food for the winter.
Chipmunks - AskMDC

Collared Lizards - AskMDC

These colorful lizards have some interesting characteristics.
Collared Lizards - AskMDC

Conservation Permit Card

This new plastic card provides a durable alternative to carrying your permits in paper or electronic form while in the field.
Conservation Permit Card - AskMDC

Coyote Sounds - AskMDC

With yips, barks, growls and high pitched howls, coyotes provide a symphony of sounds that you might hear.
Coyote Sounds - AskMDC

Crayfish - AskMDC

These miniature lobsters of the Midwest play an important role in our state’s aquatic ecosystem.
Crayfish - AskMDC

Don't Move Firewood - AskMDC

There are several pests that are creating problems for our trees. We can help to prevent these hitchhikers from spreading.
Don't Move Firewood - AskMDC

Dragonflies - AskMDC

DRAGONFLIES - Can these speedy and sometimes scary looking insects harm you? AskMDC provides some answers in this short video.
Dragonflies - AskMDC

Eagle Days - AskMDC

More than 400 active bald eagle nests have been recorded in our state, making Missouri one of the leading lower 48 states for wintering bald eagle viewing.
Eagle Days - AskMDC

Eagle Migration - AskMDC

Do bald eagles migrate through Missouri? Or, do they stay here year-round? AskMDC provides some answers in this short video.
Eagle Migration - AskMDC

Edges - AskMDC

Landowners can help wildlife by creating areas that offer food and cover.
Edges - AskMDC

Elk Tour - AskMDC

A self-guided auto tour in southeast Missouri provides the opportunity to possibly see elk bugling in the wild.
Elk Tour - AskMDC

February Natural Events - AskMDC

It may be cold outside, but not all wildlife are inactive this time of year. AskMDC provides some insight.
February Natural Events - AskMDC

Fishing Line Disposal (AskMDC)

Discarded fishing line left in the wild can create serious problems for wildlife.
Fishing Line Disposal - AskMDC

Frogs vs Toads - AskMDC

You see and hear them near water and wooded areas. But how can you differentiate between these two amphibians?
Frogs vs Toads - AskMDC

Grasslands - AskMDC

Missouri's prairies and savannas are home to a wide variety of plants and animals. Unfortunately, these native grasslands are on the decline.
Grasslands - AskMDC

Gray Treefrogs - AskMDC

“Sticky” toe pads allow these frogs to climb onto some unusual places including a few around your home.
Gray Treefrogs - AskMDC

Green Dragon - AskMDC

This interesting plant is similar to Jack-in-the pulpit. It grows well in moist conditions along streams or ponds.
Green Dragon - AskMDC

Groundhog - AskMDC

This mammal is also known as a woodchuck or whistle pig. But how well do you know this hibernating animal?
Groundhog - AskMDC

Grow Native Wildflowers - AskMDC

Many homeowners are learning the value of growing native.
Grow Native Wildflowers - AskMDC

Indigo Buntings - AskMDC

Indigo Buntings are a common summer resident in Missouri and the adult male has vivid turquoise blue coloring.
Indigo Buntings - AskMDC

Keep Wildlife Wild - AskMDC

What should you do if you come across a wild baby animal that looks lost or alone? AskMDC provides some answers in this short video.
Keep Wildlife Wild - AskMDC

Killdeer - AskMDC

While many bird species try to conceal their nest and young, killdeer have a unique way of keeping predators away.
Killdeer - AskMDC

Lake Sturgeon - AskMDC

These fish have thrived for 150 million years and have been brought to the brink of extinction in just the last century.
Lake Sturgeon - AskMDC

Mallards - AskMDC

These colorful ducks can be found in almost any wetland habitat, and are the most-common “dabbling duck” in the state.
Mallards - AskMDC

Marsh Birds - AskMDC

If you’ve ever visited a wetland you’ve probably noticed a variety of bird species on the area.
Marsh Birds - AskMDC

Milkweed Moth - AskMDC

CATERPILLAR COMPETITION? -- Does the monarch butterfly caterpillar have competition when eating milkweed? AskMDC provides some answers in this short video.
Milkweed Moth - AskMDC

MO Outdoors App - AskMDC

If you're looking to find places to discover nature and enjoy outdoor activities around the state, we've got a tool to help you out.
MO Outdoors App - AskMDC

Monarch Butterflies - AskMDC

Do you know how far a monarch butterfly can travel during migration? AskMDC provides some answers in this short video.
Monarch Butterflies - AskMDC

Mourning Doves - AskMDC

Did you know that young mourning doves called “squabs” are fed "pigeon milk," a nutritious secretion from the adult parents.
Mourning Doves - AskMDC

Mustelids - AskMDC

How well do you know this family of meat-eating mammals?
Mustelids - AskMDC

Orchids - AskMDC

Did you know that Missouri has several wild orchid species native to our state?
Orchids - AskMDC

Ornate vs Three-Toed Box Turtle - AskMDC

Both of these common box turtles have similar features. AskMDC provides some insight on how you can tell them apart.
Ornate vs Three-Toed Box Turtle - AskMDC

Osprey vs Eagle - AskMDC

Osprey are relatively uncommon in Missouri. So when people do see an osprey, they sometimes might mistake them for bald eagles.
Osprey vs Eagle - AskMDC

Owls in Missouri

How much do you know about owls in Missouri? AskMDC provides some interesting bits of info that might surprise you.
Owls in Missouri - AskMDC

Parasitic Wasps - AskMDC

These wasps play a big role in controlling insects for farmers and gardeners.
Parasitic Wasps - AskMDC

Pileated Woodpeckers - AskMDC

This is one of the largest woodpeckers found in Missouri. It's also one of the most popular due to its association with a certain cartoon character.
Pileated Woodpeckers - AskMDC

Poison Ivy - AskMDC

Here's one plant that you'll want to avoid coming in contact when possible. And the first step is to make sure you can correctly identify it.
Poison Ivy - AskMDC

Polypores Fungi - AskMDC

Also known as "bracket fungi", these mushrooms are mainly found on living and dead trees.
Polypores Fungi - AskMDC

Prairie Chickens - AskMDC

These colorful birds have a unique courtship dance that is a real foot stomper. But the ritual is becoming a rare site in the state.
Prairie Chickens - AskMDC

Red-winged Blackbirds - AskMDC

With a patch of red and yellow markings on males, and a colorful “konk-o-REEE” song, these birds are some of the most recognized in the state.
Red-winged Blackbirds - AskMDC

Roadrunners - AskMDC

These birds are quick afoot, and their plumage helps them blend in well with the landscape. But are they quick enough to escape a coyote?
Roadrunners - AskMDC

Salamanders - AskMDC

Missouri is home to nearly 50 species and subspecies of salamanders.
Salamanders - AskMDC

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