Snow fleas, or springtails, appear in West Michigan with melting snow, surprising residents with their abundance and unique anti-freeze proteins, signaling early spring.

Michigan's Department of Natural Resources begins a two-year study to collar and track 60 moose, seeking to understand the factors behind their population's stagnation.

Michigan's EGLE plugged two old wells at Bend Area Park, preserving lake views and the environment. This rare intervention involved cementing the wells and restoring the site.

Meijer Gardens hosts its 30th annual Butterflies Are Blooming exhibit, featuring over 60 butterfly species and educational experiences on their lifecycles.

The Green Macomb Tree and Plant Sale offers a variety of trees and plants for spring, including conifers, deciduous trees, and fruit-bearing plants, available until April 4.

John Ball Zoo announced the death of its 55-year-old chimpanzee, Peggy, noting her age surpassed typical captive lifespans. She was remembered fondly by staff and the community.

Michigan's DNR and Native tribes begin the next Arctic grayling reintroduction phase with a handoff of eggs to support the species' return after extinction in the Lower Peninsula nearly a century ago.

Michigan state park camping fees are increasing by $4 to $10 per night from August 1. This is to fund improved amenities and park maintenance. Rustic sites are unaffected.

Belle Isle Park in Michigan is set for navigational improvements, including reworked roads, trails, and a mobility plan for better access for visitors.

The Detroit Zoo closes on Tuesday due to extreme cold, prioritizing the safety of visitors, staff, and animals, with plans to reopen the following day if conditions improve.

In the 2024 Michigan elk hunting season, 180 elk were harvested over two separate periods, despite challenging weather affecting migration and hunting conditions.

The Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park opened its ice luge track and rink, offering winter sports like luge racing and skating, with cross-country ski trails to follow.

Detroit expands its Solar Neighborhoods initiative to include two new areas, enhancing renewable energy sources and providing neighboring homeowners with energy efficiency upgrades.