This month, as our Humane Education Resource of the Month, we are excited to highlight an exceptional resource that aligns perfectly with our mission of fostering compassion and understanding towards animals: Coyote’s Wild Home, by Barbara Kingsolver (2023 Pulitzer Prize Winner in fiction; 2000 National Humanities Medal winner) and Barbara’s daughter, Lily Kingsolver (American ecologist and author), with illustrations by Paul Mirocha. Published in 2023 to extremely positive reviews, this 32-page picture book offers two intertwined stories that describe the adventures of a young coyote pup and a girl named Diana, both embarking on their first journeys into the Appalachian wilderness. 

SmileHub, a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting donors with charities, conducted an extensive analysis of wildlife protection across all 50 states. The study assessed 17 key metrics, including the number of animal and environmental protection agencies per capita, the strength of wildlife protection laws, and the presence of wildlife-focused charities. Each state was given a score on a 100-point scale, with higher numbers indicating stronger wildlife protections.

Ohio wildlife enthusiasts, start 2025 off right by joining us at the Ohio Wildlife Council meeting on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Division of Wildlife, District One Office, located at 1500 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH. This gathering offers a chance to stay informed about wildlife updates, enforcement efforts, and plans for the upcoming year.

Allegheny woodrats are a unique species with specialized needs, and protecting them requires ongoing conservation efforts, habitat protection, and public education. By taking these actions, you can help protect Allegheny woodrats and contribute to their long-term survival.

Green salamanders are a unique species with specialized needs, and protecting them requires ongoing conservation efforts, habitat protection, and public education. By taking these actions, you can help protect green salamanders and contribute to their long-term survival.