Michigan wildlife

Michigan is home to 18 different species of snakes, but only one of them is venomous. Here's what you need to look out for.

Did you know the North American River Otter actually lives and thrives in areas of Michigan? Here's everything you need to know about these swift, sleek cuties.

Are you ready to see or hear more coyotes across Michigan? Here's everything you need to know about our state's number-one predator.

While opossums may seem like pests, they actually struggle for survival in the winter. It may be easy to say "who cares?" but these critters are pretty special.

As winter approaches, you may have some leftover fruit (pumpkins, perhaps?) you would like to leave for the animals. Here's everything you need to know before you do.

Turns out, fall is the best time for spotting full-grown mantids and the fact there are only two different species here in Michigan should help identify them!

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer just vetoed a bill that would have let up on restrictions on feeding birds.

InvestiGATORS are still trying to figure out just where this critter came from, but we're just wondering if Michigan is the new Florida at this point?

I'm sure you've seen this bird before. Probably a lot. But I just had my first encounter with it the other day. Can you help tell me what it is?