August, 2021

Two jellyfish swimming together

Quiz: How Many Aquatic Schools Can You Name?

It’s back to school time! Are you ready to take marine science 101? Put YOUR marine knowledge to the test and see how many aquatic schools you can name! Want … Read more

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It’s as Easy as Riding a Bike!

We all want a cleaner, greener planet, sometimes we just aren’t sure how to do our part to achieve it. We hear about recycling, planting trees, or considering switching over … Read more

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Let’s Grow Together!

Communities all over the country are coming together to help combat climate change, address food scarcity and build stronger, safer communities through community gardens.  Cities like Tacoma, Washington are partnering … Read more

Monarch caterpillars on the White swamp milkweed (Asclepias perennis) flower.

From Backyard Monarch Enthusiast to Citizen/Community Scientist

Misadventures with milkweed About ten years ago, a neighborhood friend of mine told me with great enthusiasm about her adventures raising monarch butterflies. I was intrigued. I followed her lead … Read more

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Top 10 Grassland Species Across the Globe

Vast and breathtaking grasslands make up an estimated 25% of the Earth’s land surface. Whether you call them prairies, steppes, savannas, or pampas, grasslands are home to a diverse array … Read more

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Manatees on the Move!

Did you know manatees are being sighted with increasing frequency in Northwest Florida? More and more coastal residents and visitors are delighted as they see manatees when they are swimming, … Read more

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Michigan Tells Hunters: Deer Near Toxic Site Not Safe To Eat

There are few activities more “Pure Michigan” than hunting, preparing, and eating wild game from in and around our state’s abundant woodlands and wetlands. Spending time outdoors during the crisp … Read more

Yellow-rumped warbler perched in a tree

It’s Ok to be Shady: The importance of our TREEmendous neighbors

They hear everything you say, see everything that you do but they never tell your secrets! Plus on a really hot day, they’ve got you covered! While that may be … Read more

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Six Wildlife Species That’d Win Olympic Gold

The National Wildlife Federation congratulates the Team USA athletes who have run, swam, leapt, thrown, and cycled their way to victory so far at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. But we … Read more

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Climate and Energy Infrastructure Priorities

A Clean Energy Economy The temperature isn’t the only thing heating up this summer in Washington, D.C. Talk of major investment in infrastructure is on the rise, too. Federal policymakers … Read more

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