wildlife

The Indiana DNR is asking Hoosiers to report sightings of the least weasel, the smallest carnivore in the world, to help biologists better understand this elusive predator.

A common catch and release habit may be silently killing fish days later, and wildlife experts say one simple change can dramatically improve survival.

Indiana bald eagles are entering a critical nesting season, and wildlife officials are urging residents to give these recovering birds plenty of space to ensure continued conservation success.

After the holidays, a real Christmas tree can become lifesaving shelter for birds and small animals when winter conditions are at their harshest.

Indiana DNR has launched an interactive map showing confirmed sightings of rare and elusive mammals, helping Hoosiers separate real wildlife from backyard folklore.

Indiana DNR is asking anglers and lake visitors to report winter mudpuppy sightings, and these underwater salamanders are easier to spot in January and February.

Purdue University researcher Julie Buchanan-Schwanke is asking Indiana hunters to share deer samples to help develop an accurate aging and disease study.

Indiana DNR has reduced county antlerless deer bag limits for 2025 2026 after a severe EHD outbreak in southern counties. See which counties are impacted.

Indiana is home to peach blossom jellyfish tiny freshwater creatures that pose no danger to humans and can be spotted in late summer.

Armadillo sightings are increasing in Indiana as climate and habitat changes allow them to move north. Learn where they’re appearing and why.