Animals
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Farmers turn to ‘predator-proof’ fences to deter wolves in northern Wisconsin
Wildlife officials are working with northern Wisconsin farms to install predator-proof fences to reduce conflicts between wolves and livestock
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Looking to buy a puppy in Wisconsin? Here’s how to do it responsibly
Ten Wisconsin breeders were listed on the Humane Society’s 2024 “Horrible Hundred” report. The report’s author suggests that the actual number of problematic dog breeders in the state is likely even higher.
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Translating whale, with the help of AI
Canadian marine biologist Shane Gero talks with “To The Best Of Our Knowledge” about the latest breakthroughs in understanding what whales are saying through Project CETI.
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Director David Schurmann on the persistent earnestness of ‘My Penguin Friend’
Schurmann sat down with WPR’s “BETA” to talk about what it was like to make a film with flightless co-stars and his personal attachment to the material.
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Monkey business: Wisconsin primate sanctuary running out of space
Amy Kerwin left the field of animal research with hopes of creating a sanctuary where monkeys could retire and live out the rest of their lives. Now, her central Wisconsin facility is running out of space.
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Warming summers bring more mosquitoes, greater risk of disease to Wisconsin
All major regions of the state are seeing above-average precipitation this year, according to the State Climatology Office.
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Mass die-off of freshwater mussels in Wisconsin leads to discovery of new parasite
Researchers have discovered a new parasite in freshwater mussels after investigating hundreds of mussels that died along the Embarrass River in Shawano County six years ago.
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For the glory and the squeaky toy at the Dachshund Derby finish line
Now in its 17th year, the Dachshund Derby has become one of the standout events of Milwaukee’s German Fest.
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New study offers clues for treating deadly ‘white nose syndrome’ fungus in bats
New UW-Madison research identifies how fungus infiltrates bats’ skin cells and finds a new way to stop it from spreading.
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Equine therapy programs embrace bonds between humans and horses
“There are countless stories I could tell you about breakthroughs or things we’ve seen with with our clients, but it it’s truly rewarding,” said Stable Hands Board President Leslie Brown. “And that’s why I do it.”