Animals

30 invasive carp caught in Mississippi near Winona, largest upstream haul
Invasive carp compete with native species and pose a threat to Minnesota’s rivers and lakes. DNR officials said Thursday that while there’s no “silver bullet” remedy, they’re using “proven methods” to minimize the risk of spread.
State agencies not sold on new chronic wasting disease test option
A company started by a University of Minnesota researcher is selling a new testing option for chronic wasting disease in white-tailed deer. Some state lawmakers want the state to use the new test, but state agencies aren't on board.
DNR eagle cam finds broken egg in the nest; second egg intact
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources officials acknowledged the sadness of losing one of the eggs but also said the chick that hatches from the remaining egg will now have a greater chance of survival.
Sure step toward spring: First egg visible in Minnesota DNR's EagleCam nest
The nesting pair of bald eagles visible on the Minnesota DNR’s EagleCam had been prepping for the arrival for weeks — and the white egg was spotted for the first time Wednesday as one of the birds stood in the nest.