Why the lesser prairie chickens need Kansans’ support, and why we need each other

By: Jacob Riggs

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: April 29, 2026

Words: 710

Last Updated: 3 months ago

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In recent springs, I’ve woken up long before dawn and walked out onto the Konza Native Tallgrass Prairie. I did this to watch unique birds, the greater prairie chickens, on their leks. In the low light, I’ve seen the males start to stomp and boom, defending territory that their kind have danced on for centuries. It is a reminder that these birds are more than just wildlife; they are part of our cultural and …

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