Murray State University Hancock Biological Station (HBS)

06/03/2026

A Yellow-Throated Warbler (Setophaga dominica) was spotted this morning utilizing our prairie / pollinator patch.

06/02/2026

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05/27/2026

Lets play a game!

Can you spot the Eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) hatchling? (Closeup in comments)

04/20/2026

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03/25/2026

03/11/2026

Signs of Spring coming...

03/04/2026

Come see Dr. Becker's Darwin Day Lecture, "When love kills you: Arms-races and evolution", this Thursday, March 5th, at 6 pm in EP2305. The lecture is sponsored by TriBeta, and refreshments are being provided by the Watershed Studies Institute.

02/11/2026

Calling All Artists! 🎨🌍 Submit your work to a FREE art competition in the MSU Biology Department shelf case! 🖼️✨What can you submit? 📸 Photography | 🎨 Painting | 🖌️ Mixed Media | 🏺 3D Arts ❌ No AI-generated art 🌿 Theme Ideas: Species Interactions | Value of Ecosystem Services | Impacts of Climate Change & Other Stressors on Biodiversity & Human Lives... and more!🏆 Awards: $200 Best Artwork Overall $100 Second Place $50 Third Place $25 Honorable Mentions (x2) Don’t miss this chance to showcase your work! Check the link in bio for details & submission info. Deadline: March 12th.