ANIMALS

One of the most remarkable mammals collected at RANP is this small rodent of the tribe Ichthyomyini. Rodents of this group share the interesting characteristics of being carnivorous and semiaquatic, and many of the described forms are very elusive species.

Cal Poly Humboldt scientist discovers new semi-aquatic rodent species in Andes

KHSU Staff

The species Incanomys parviauris, or the Incan small-eared water mouse, was first encountered during a 2018 research expedition in Río Abiseo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and formally described in the journal American Museum Novitates this February.

Food & Drink

Food For Thought: Raising Great Food at Flying Blue Dog

Jessica Eden

Laurie Levy and Jennifer Bell continue their discussion about homesteading in Willow Creek, CA. From maintaining an abundant plant nursery to raising bees…

Regional Interests

Shaky Ground: Cow Tails and Cracks in the Earth

Jessica Eden

On this segment of Shaky Ground, Geologist Lori Dengler takes on tales of earthquakes swallowing up hapless critters.

Regional Interests

Thursday Night Talk: Animal Talk

Linda Stansberry

Is it true that there are no bad pets, only bad pet owners? Linda Stansberry interviews a panel of animal experts about dog etiquette, feral cat colonies,…