Minnesota wildlife

Minnesota's lakes are known for being a haven for anglers, boaters, and the occasional bird. But some are also prime real estate for something more… slithery.

If you've wondered just what bird is nesting in that big ball of leaves in your trees right now in Minnesota, we've got news for you: it isn't a bird's nest at all.

Minnesota may be home to several species of turtles and reptiles, but only one of them has this unique distinction.

You might have seen them in trees in your yard or neighborhood in Minnesota, but if it's not a hawk's nest, just what is that big ball of leaves?

The Cub was relocated to a wooded area away from the highway where its mother and another Cub promptly joined it.

You've probably seen them in trees in your yard or neighborhood in Minnesota, but if it's not a bird's nest, just what is that big ball of leaves?

Minnesota may be home to 10,000 lakes, but it's also home to lots of wildlife. And that includes some big cats, one of which just captured on a trail camera.

Oh sure, we live in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but there are only 17 species of snakes that call Minnesota home.

We share our state with a variety of birds and wild animals, but we don't often see this animal that was just spotted downtown in Minnesota.

The Minnesota Wildlife Rehabilitation Center just helped rescue four adorable fox kits found freezing on a frozen Minnesota earlier this week.