In your yard: Green Lacewings
A few brief, interesting facts about Green Lacewings, plus photos.
Author Tara Allison
Beyond the ordinary: less-common, great plants for pollinators
27 less common, but great, native plants for your yard.
Jumping bristletails: not silverfish, not pests
These insects are called “jumping” bristletails because they can launch themselves several inches through the air.
Interview with Dale Russell, beekeeper
A hearty nonagenarian shares his thoughts on beekeeping, pesticides, bees, and the environment.
America’s favorite butterflies: big, bold, beautiful
Most butterflies are beautiful, but some stand out above the others. Our biggest and boldest practically scream “Look at me!”
World’s smartest birds
If someone calls you a birdbrain, consider it a compliment! Birds in the Cordivae family astonish with their sense of self and problem-solving skills.
Wildlife’s good mothers
Human mothers don’t hold the patent on good parenting. Good mothers are found in the wild, too. Meet eight of them.
Why songbirds sing
Male and female birds must find each other, but how? Trees, plants, hills and human structures are sight barriers. Even in trees, birds may not see others.
The subnivian zone, where snow is a cozy blanket
Gone are the warm days, flowers, butterflies and singing birds. Now, it’s the chilly, bare, quiet landscape of winter. Anything happenin’ out there?
All about birds
Forty-eight million Americans call themselves birdwatchers. And, no wonder—birds are beautiful, entertaining and surprising.
Sleeping winter away – secrets of hibernating wildlife
How do wildlife survive in harsh winter weather? Strategies includes heavy fur coats, warm burrows, “anti-freeze,” and other surprises.
Pine squirrels love, love, love their pines!
If you love love love pines, raise your paw! This group of three squirrel species surely would.
