News

Ringing in spring with a peep! Getting to know the spring peeper

Published on March 11, 2026
Don’t be fooled by its small stature—Michigan’s smallest frog also happens to be the loudest.
Mighty, moist, and mysterious: Meet Michigan’s salamanders

Published on March 6, 2026
Learn more about the eastern newt and other amphibians found in Michigan.
Explore the rarely seen world of freshwater plants

Published on March 2, 2026
Take a deep dive into aquatic plant identification with a 2-day course at Kellogg Biological Station.
Lake and stream volunteer monitoring: How to get involved

Published on February 10, 2026
Grant applications are due March 6, 2026, for organizations wishing to host stream monitoring or cleanup efforts. Enrollment for lake monitoring is open now through August.
Training Tomorrow’s Conservation Leaders: The Glassen Undergraduate Experience

Published on February 6, 2026
This unique program based in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife offers early research opportunities for undergraduate students. The result: students gain in-demand skills and connections that pave the way for future career success.
One lake's success story: Winning the fight to control invasive Eurasian water milfoil

Published on February 5, 2026
Higgins Lake uses diver-assisted suction harvesting to reduce the aquatic invasive species but it has taken an investment of time and money.
Johnson receives 2026 CANR Outstanding Alumni Award

Published on February 2, 2026
Nick Johnson, Ph.D., will receive the 2026 CANR Outstanding Alumni Award during the ANR Awards on Friday, February 27.
Eastern Upper Peninsula birding update: What to see and where

Published on January 10, 2026
Snowy Owls are setting up their territories and Bald Eagles are abundant - what a great time to be birding!
The Power of the Pen and Co-Design

Published on December 15, 2025
NCI had the opportunity over the last year to be involved in the Missouri Prison Transformation Project, which seeks to improve the quality of life and wellbeing of those living in, working in, and recently released from prison.
Five lamprey species are found in the Great Lakes – only one is invasive

Published on December 15, 2025
New poster offers detailed comparison of these ancient jawless fish.