by Stephanie Mallory | Aug 15, 2017 | Wildlife Management
Most venomous snakes have vertical (catlike) pupils and a triangular-shaped head. Alabama turkey hunter Chad Cross made national news this spring for using a bite and sting venom extraction kit after getting bitten by a timber rattlesnake. His doctor told him the kit...
by Stephanie Mallory | Aug 14, 2017 | Fishing
These timely tips will help your children have lots more fun on fishing trips. “Oh my goodness,” my husband, Brett, yelled. “Look at the size of that fish!” Neither of us could believe our eyes. Our son, Ethan, who was six-years-old at the time, had just reeled in an...
by Stephanie Mallory | Aug 4, 2017 | Wildlife Management
Tracking devices help monitor Alabama’s eagle population. One of the best-known birds of prey in North America, the golden eagle is revered by many Native American tribes for its beauty, courage, wisdom and strength. Those same majestic qualities make it a prized...
by Stephanie Mallory | Jun 19, 2017 | Hunting
Alligators don’t chew their food but swallow it whole or in large chunks. History Channel’s popular TV show, Swamp People, has spurred an interest in ‘gator hunting throughout the country. Luckily, if you’re an Alabama resident who’s interested in giving alligator...
by Stephanie Mallory | Jul 7, 2015 | Wildlife Management
Native grasses provide animals with both food and shelter, which are essential to survival When it comes to grass, you most likely think of the type of grass you have in your yard, which is short, green and easily maintained with a lawnmower. But when it comes to...
