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The difference between puddle ducks and diving ducks

2026-10-0302:321

Have you ever noticed that some ducks get up from the water quickly and easily while other have to paddle away for a considerable distance before getting airborne? Ducks can be categorized in two groups, puddle ducks (aka dabbling ducks) and diving ducks. The differences between these two groups relate to how they look, fly, and eat.

Exploring North Dakota's tallgrass prairie

2026-09-2602:44

There are three types of prairie, and in North Dakota, the tallgrass prairie historically dominated the Red River Valley. As the name implies, the tallgrass prairie was dominated by tall grasses that grow to three feet or more. Historically the tallgrass prairie has been estimated to have covered between 140-170 million acres, but I have seen estimates that only 1-4 percent remains.

How to make the most of North Dakota nature this fall

2026-09-1902:55

North Dakotans have endless opportunities to get out and enjoy nature, and those opportunities are not restricted to summer.

The sands of glacial Lake Souris

2026-09-1202:421

Most North Dakotans are well aware of the rich soils of the Red River Valley, what was once glacial Lake Agassiz. Although less well known, glacial Lake Souris also has rich soils. It covered much of Bottineau and McHenry counties as well as portions of Rolette and Pierce counties.

Have you seen a bobcat in North Dakota?

2026-09-0502:43

Have you ever seen a bobcat? If so, I suspect you are among the few North Dakotans that have. It might come as a surprise to learn that they reside in the state, particularly in the west.

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