Remnant prairies are rare in Iowa, but there are some significant efforts to reconstruct prairies in Iowa.

Compared to other types of prairies in Iowa, sand prairies are rare. Sand prairies bring unique plants, like the prickly pear cactus.

The prairie pothole region was formed by the presence of glaciers. Today, this area is marked by flat, low ground, which gives way for wetland prairie areas. 

When the prairie grasses are tall, the roots below ground are even longer. Let's explore a tallgrass prairie.

Prairies are awesome, wonderful, and important. Iowa was once almost entirely covered by prairies, but now they are rather rare in the state. They need protecting and cultivating, and you can help.

Danish people settled in Iowa long ago. Today, we can explore Danish heritage at the Museum of Danish America.

Mexico is just south of the United States. Though Mexico is a country which borders the United States, there can still be many challenges in immigrating to the United States.

Karnataka is a state in southern India. People who have immigrated to Iowa from Karnataka have traveled halfway around the world to do so.

Compare the eastern red bat's sound to the other bats.

Compare the hoary bat's sound to the other bats.