Things sure can change quick in the grand scheme of things. Back in the 1880s, the Great Prairie Chicken was the most abundant
It’s one of the more puzzling stories in the Midwest Animal Kingdom – Why is the Great Prairie Chicken abundant and thriving in South Dakota yet almost non-existent in Iowa? Soil
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The Greater Prairie Chicken Loves Wide Open Spaces
The Greater Prairie Chicken is often referred to as an “Umbrella Species”, meaning their protection ensures the protection of several other species of animals and ultimately tells you how healthy the local ecosystem is.
At one time, Iowa was considered a hub for Prairie Chickens, with some estimates in the hundreds of thousands. But, with progress, sometimes comes side effects…