Michigan's state duck: Lawmakers approve wood duck as official state duck
It's an icon of North American artistry and nature photography, but Michigan hopes to etch the wood duck into state lore as well.
It's an icon of North American artistry and nature photography, but Michigan hopes to etch the wood duck into state lore as well.
Spiders the size of a human hand are spreading throughout the US
The frightening, brightly-colored large spiders are back, and experts say they are spreading rapidly across the U.S.
The frightening, brightly-colored large spiders are back, and experts say they are spreading rapidly across the U.S.
Several states sue Trump administration over ability to regulate greenhouse gases
A coalition of states is suing the Trump administration after the EPA rolled back a key 2009 climate finding on greenhouse gases.
A coalition of states is suing the Trump administration after the EPA rolled back a key 2009 climate finding on greenhouse gases.
Quagga Mussels, Grosse Ile Conservancy, and the Up North blizzard | Brother Nature
Quagga Mussels are some of the most damaging invasive species in the Great Lakes. Terrorizing fisheries, damaging infrastructure, and even enveloping our shipwrecks, the mussel can be found in every major water body. Also on Brother Nature, a deep dive into the Grosse Ile Nature and Land Conservancy's work on the island.
Quagga Mussels are some of the most damaging invasive species in the Great Lakes. Terrorizing fisheries, damaging infrastructure, and even enveloping our shipwrecks, the mussel can be found in every major water body. Also on Brother Nature, a deep dive into the Grosse Ile Nature and Land Conservancy's work on the island.
Oakland County's RainSmart Rebates returns to help more residents install rain barrels, gardens, and trees
RainSmart Rebates reimburses Oakland County residents who install rain barrels, rain gardens, and trees at their homes. Applications are now open for this year's program.
RainSmart Rebates reimburses Oakland County residents who install rain barrels, rain gardens, and trees at their homes. Applications are now open for this year's program.
Tornadoes, Oakland County's new park, and coyotes | Brother Nature
Ever notice that tornadoes are touching down more in Michigan? Your imagination is not lying to you. The chaotic weather in spring and autumn is to blame with more arriving every year. FOX 2's Derek Kevra breaks down the science of tornadoes. Also on Brother Nature, Oakland County's new park Clinton River Oaks, as well as the updating management of coyotes in the state.
Ever notice that tornadoes are touching down more in Michigan? Your imagination is not lying to you. The chaotic weather in spring and autumn is to blame with more arriving every year. FOX 2's Derek Kevra breaks down the science of tornadoes. Also on Brother Nature, Oakland County's new park Clinton River Oaks, as well as the updating management of coyotes in the state.
Belle Isle's Mudpuppies: Monitoring fragile amphibians along Detroit River
Hidden beneath the rocky shoreline along Belle Isle are slimy salamanders sporting purple gills and a shy persona.
Hidden beneath the rocky shoreline along Belle Isle are slimy salamanders sporting purple gills and a shy persona.
Monitoring mudpuppies on Belle Isle and trail cameras in Wayne County | Brother Nature
While Belle Isle has much to offer throughout the island and the year, one of the best places to see what the natural gem has available is at the Nature Center. And just down the shoreline is an ongoing science experiment monitoring mudpuppies along Belle Isle's southern coastline. Finally, Wayne County has been actively posting some of the visitors to its trail camera.
While Belle Isle has much to offer throughout the island and the year, one of the best places to see what the natural gem has available is at the Nature Center. And just down the shoreline is an ongoing science experiment monitoring mudpuppies along Belle Isle's southern coastline. Finally, Wayne County has been actively posting some of the visitors to its trail camera.
See the pictures: Death Valley having its best superbloom in a decade
Death Valley is having its best superbloom since 2016. See the pictures.
Death Valley is having its best superbloom since 2016. See the pictures.
Major I-94 construction is underway - so why were entire forests chopped down
A 13-mile construction project on I-94 is expected to cause headaches for motorists in Wayne County. And according to at least one FOX 2 viewer, the clear-cut of an entire forest along the highway.
A 13-mile construction project on I-94 is expected to cause headaches for motorists in Wayne County. And according to at least one FOX 2 viewer, the clear-cut of an entire forest along the highway.
Great Lakes Shipwrecks, meteor showers, and bird calls | Brother Nature
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Festival is in town and there will be plenty of speakers showcasing the latest research and discoveries under the surface of the lakes. This comes on the heels of the latest discovery: the Lac La Belle, found in Lake Michigan. Also on Brother Nature, 2026 meteor showers to look out for and why some birds don't migrate for the winter.
The Great Lakes Shipwreck Festival is in town and there will be plenty of speakers showcasing the latest research and discoveries under the surface of the lakes. This comes on the heels of the latest discovery: the Lac La Belle, found in Lake Michigan. Also on Brother Nature, 2026 meteor showers to look out for and why some birds don't migrate for the winter.
Pollution from power plants spiked last year, report finds: Here's why
Pollution from power plants in the United States increased significantly in 2025, according to an analysis of Environmental Protection Agency data.
Pollution from power plants in the United States increased significantly in 2025, according to an analysis of Environmental Protection Agency data.
Muskrats are a pest to people and a solution to Michigan's invasive plant problem in wetlands
The muskrat doesn't get a lot of respect from people. But these pesky mammals are good for at least one thing: they "eat basically everything," a researcher said. And that has big implications for the Great Lakes most vital habitats.
The muskrat doesn't get a lot of respect from people. But these pesky mammals are good for at least one thing: they "eat basically everything," a researcher said. And that has big implications for the Great Lakes most vital habitats.
Lake St. Clair Metropark ice fishing | Brother Nature
There's no shortage of opportunities at the Huron Clinton Metroparks. And that includes during the coldest conditions in the most exposed environments. At Lake St. Clair Metropark, it was premier ice fishing that was on display.
There's no shortage of opportunities at the Huron Clinton Metroparks. And that includes during the coldest conditions in the most exposed environments. At Lake St. Clair Metropark, it was premier ice fishing that was on display.
Invasive plants menace Michigan wetlands | Brother Nature
Phragmites is a common sight in Michigan - but that doesn't mean it's a good thing. The invasive plant has conquered native wetlands and forced out other plants, reducing biodiversity and threatening the local ecology. And it's not the only invasive plant causing problems. Fortunately, there is a solution: the muskrat.
Phragmites is a common sight in Michigan - but that doesn't mean it's a good thing. The invasive plant has conquered native wetlands and forced out other plants, reducing biodiversity and threatening the local ecology. And it's not the only invasive plant causing problems. Fortunately, there is a solution: the muskrat.
Massive data center plans in Van Buren Township move forward, despite pushback
The data center will operate on one gigawatt of electricity - enough to power 800,000 homes and use between two and three million gallons of water a day.
The data center will operate on one gigawatt of electricity - enough to power 800,000 homes and use between two and three million gallons of water a day.
Winter on Mackinac Island: Meet the cookie shop owner showing off winter on the Great Lakes
Whether it's going to school or the post office, riding a snow mobile on the trails or visiting the grocery store, Mackinac Island has a lot going on during the winter. One store owner is showing off what it looks like.
Whether it's going to school or the post office, riding a snow mobile on the trails or visiting the grocery store, Mackinac Island has a lot going on during the winter. One store owner is showing off what it looks like.
Controversial weed killer dicamba approved for some GMO crops: What to know
The EPA has reapproved a controversial weed killer for use on two genetically modified crops. Environmentalists fear the chemical will drift and destroy nearby farms, as it has in the past.
The EPA has reapproved a controversial weed killer for use on two genetically modified crops. Environmentalists fear the chemical will drift and destroy nearby farms, as it has in the past.
Exploring ice on the Great Lakes | Brother Nature
The freezing temperatures of this winter have ushered in a blanket of ice across the Great Lakes. While we're a little ahead of schedule, this normal process in the region invites quite the wonderland of winter. That includes an international ice bridge to Canada and life on Mackinac Island.
The freezing temperatures of this winter have ushered in a blanket of ice across the Great Lakes. While we're a little ahead of schedule, this normal process in the region invites quite the wonderland of winter. That includes an international ice bridge to Canada and life on Mackinac Island.
Michigan wants to fight invasive plant with non-native weevils
Should the state use non-native insects to fight an invasive plant? The biological control may be the best solution to killing a purple thistle that poisons the soil and attacks other plants.
Should the state use non-native insects to fight an invasive plant? The biological control may be the best solution to killing a purple thistle that poisons the soil and attacks other plants.