Bees are among our most important pollinators. But how much do you really know about them? Read on for fascinating facts about these busy creatures. And then find native plants … Read more
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Five Ways to Help Bees At Home
Bees need our help. Many North American native bee species are experiencing population declines due to pesticide poisoning, habitat loss and disease. Domesticated honey bees managed for their agricultural services are also … Read more
QUIZ: How Much Do You Know About Bees?
Bees are an incredibly important group of wildlife. The service they provide by pollinating both our agricultural crops as well as wild plants is critical for our food supply and … Read more
Expert Tips for Attracting Hummingbirds and Orioles
We asked the folks at Wild Birds Unlimited, the National Wildlife Federation’s “Certified Wildlife Habitat Champion” partner helping to promote our Garden for Wildlife movement, for their best tips on … Read more
Learn About (Not So) Scary Backyard Wildlife
As the National Wildlife Federation’s naturalist, I’m very excited to be teaching a free online class with our partner Varsity Tutors all about “scary” wildlife species that you might encounter … Read more
A Naturalist’s Reflection on the Legacy of Legendary Conservationist Jim Fowler
Jim Fowler, beloved naturalist, conservationist and media personality, has passed away at the age of 89. Jim devoted his life to educating the public about wildlife and promoting conservation through … Read more
Get Our New Book: Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Backyard Wildlife
We’re excited to announce the publication of our wildlife habitat gardening how-to book Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Backyard Wildlife, Expanded Second Edition. Written by TV host and naturalist David Mizejewski, the book … Read more
11 Tips to Keep Your Indoor Cat Happy
We recently published an article in National Wildlife magazine looking at the enormous toll that free-ranging domesticated cats take on wildlife in the United States. The latest study has conservatively concluded … Read more
Wendy Williams Celebrates Urban Wildlife Week
Kicking off on October 16th, Urban Wildlife Week was created to put a spotlight on issues facing wildlife that share our cities and towns, and to raise awareness for the importance of … Read more
Introducing the Garden for Wildlife Gift Guide Catalog
Our wildlife habitat gardening how-to book has a new look! Attracting Birds, Butterflies, and Other Backyard Wildlife, Expanded Second Edition includes illustrated projects, plant lists, and over 300 brand new … Read more
