Atlantic herring are not the most charismatic fish. Small, oily, and, as it turns out, capable of communicating through their flatulence, they are not the top of the list of … Read more
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Road to the Final Fur: Round Two
The Road to the Final Fur kicked off in a furrenzy of competition! But only sixteen fierce species were able to advance to Round 2. Hailing from habitats that run … Read more
The Puffins of Machias Seal Island
Opening the small window of the duck blind on Machias Seal Island (off the coast of Maine) to observe the puffins was exhilarating. For the next 45 minutes, I was … Read more
This Mother’s Day, Let’s Leave a Wildlife Legacy We Can Be Proud Of
As a mother, some of my fondest memories are of spending time with my children discovering nature. Watching them screech with delight when a fish grabs onto the hook of … Read more
EPA research shows regulating methane is efficient and low cost
This Tuesday, the EPA released five whitepapers examining methane emissions from the oil and gas sector and affirmed what we already knew—this powerful carbon pollutant can be reduced efficiently and … Read more
Help Curb Carbon from Coal
Right now, the Environmental Protection Agency is asking for your input on a proposal to limit carbon pollution from new coal-fired power plants. Their proposal would stop any new power … Read more
Ruffled Feathers: The Scraggly Life of Molting Birds
I’ve noticed some scraggly looking birds the past few weeks. This time of year, many species go through a molt, which leaves them with a rough appearance. How embarrassing! It … Read more
Climate Change Spells Peril for Puffins (Updated)
With its distinctive appearance, the Atlantic puffin has been endowed with colorful names—from “sea parrot” to “the clown of the sea,” and even “sea rooster.” Nicknames aside, these tuxedoed waddlers … Read more
Photo of the Day: Atlantic Puffins
This Photo of the Day was donated by a participant in the annual National Wildlife Photo Contest. See more photos or sign up for the 42nd Annual National Wildlife … Read more
