You might not expect to see otters in the Arboretum, but not so long ago they were an important part of southern Minnesota river ecosystems—including our own Cannon river. Throughout the state, populations...

With temperatures back below zero this week, we are reminded of how important winter survival strategies are for all organisms. We most often associate winter survival strategies with migrating birds...

Fall is a wonderful time for walking through the Arb; a cool breeze blows along the paths, the leaves are just beginning to turn, and you can hear the soothing honking of the Canada Geese as they fly overhead....