Infographic: The amazing osprey
Ospreys are unique in that they are a single species spread worldwide. They have changed very little over millions of years, and their evolutionary adaptations have made them highly skilled fish hunters.
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Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
Energy news from Omaha Public Power District
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Peregrine falcons use speed to feed
The avian equivalent of a fighter jet, peregrine falcons are the fastest members of the animal kingdom. When they dive to capture their prey, they can reach speeds of over 200 mph.
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Foresters help ensure reliable power
These OPPD specialists work with external tree trimming crews to prevent and minimize outages and help keep trees healthy.
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Meet Yin and Yang!
The votes are in, and the names for this year's chicks were the overwhelming favorites. You can see the chicks' contrasting personalities in their banding video.
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Protecting the pollinators
Bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects are vital to our ecosystem. June is National Pollinator Month, the perfect time to learn about changes you can make to help attract and support pollinators in your own backyard.
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Chicks get bands – and names are next
Volunteers recently banded this year's peregrine falcon chicks at North Omaha Station. Next, you can help us name the sisters.
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