Salmon are marathon swimmers, transitioning from freshwater streams to the ocean, and back again. To reach their destinations they often face—and miraculously overcome!—staggering obstacles. They climb fish ladders to push … Read more
Garden Habitats
In Celebration of the Springtail
The gardens we grow to support birds, bees, and other wildlife would not flourish without a little help from the soil food web. A handful of soil is teeming with … Read more
Facts About the “Murder Hornet”
Recent documentation of the Asian giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) in Canada and Washington state have prompted questions and concern about the species. While invasive non-native species are a real problem … Read more
How You Can Help Our Disappearing Bumble Bees
As the weather warms and the days become brighter, flowering plants across the nation begin to bloom—releasing vibrant colors and tantalizing scents. Early-blooming plants, from maple trees and spring ephemeral … Read more
De-Stress—Garden to Help Wildlife
In these stressful times it’s now more important than ever to carve out some ”green time”, and gardening for wildlife is a great way to do so. Here are some … Read more
The National Wildlife Federation Helping Families through the COVID-19 Outbreak
Dear friends, Here at the National Wildlife Federation, we’re adjusting to the new realities and school closures — I’m actually trying to write this with my 2-year old Alana hanging … Read more
Six Ways to Support Wild Birds at Home
Birds need our help. Since 1970, the North American bird population has lost almost 3 billion breeding adults, a loss of 29 percent over just fifty years. Habitat loss is one … Read more
A Bug’s Eye view : Protecting Habitats Protects Life at Smithsonian Gardens
Imagine a larger than life journey through the habitat elements of food, water, cover and places to raise young. Each turn is a new discovery of wildlife life above and … Read more
Native Plant Challenge: Calling All Cities to Plant Native
When cities and communities consider what trees, shrubs and flowers to plant in parks, streetscapes and city landscapes, they primarily think about: Budget Beauty Low-Maintenance Fast Growth Today, however, more … Read more
