Nine Mile Prairie, Protected tallgrass prairie in Lancaster County, Nebraska
The 230-acre natural area contains 392 species of vascular plants and 80 bird species within its undisturbed grassland ecosystem near Lincoln.
The University of Nebraska began ecological research at this site in the 1920s through Professor John Ernest Weaver's studies of prairie plant communities.
The prairie functions as an outdoor laboratory where university students learn about plant identification, ecosystem management, and environmental conservation principles.
Visitors can access the prairie from sunrise to sunset through the parking area at 6201 West Fletcher Avenue for hiking and nature observation.
The land has remained unplowed except for a small section in the 1950s, maintaining its original prairie characteristics through controlled burns and careful management.
Location: Nebraska
GPS coordinates: 40.86694,-96.81500
Latest update: March 6, 2025 07:23
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