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With Valentine’s Day coming up, love stories are everywhere–even in the wild. Here in Minnesota, several species take “’til death do us part” to heart, pairing up for seasons or even for life.   What Does “Monogamous” Really Mean in Nature?  For humans, finding your forever partner is an important part of life. Monogamy rules…

Think groundhogs only predict the weather? Not in Minnesota. Our woodchucks are busy digging tunnels, shaping ecosystems, and living far more interesting lives than any shadow-seeking celebrity.   When most people think of Groundhog Day, they picture Punxsutawney Phil popping out of a stump somewhere far from here. However, Minnesota has its own star —…

You don’t need a plane ticket to Iceland to see the aurora. In Minnesota, you just need to look up. The Northern Lights are appearing more than ever in Minnesota—and the science behind them is just as stunning as the view.   I’ve personally witnessed the Northern Lights almost four times this past year! Just…