This May, celebrate International Migratory Bird Day! On May 10th, International Migratory Bird Day will aim to share the many ways that migratory birds matter to us and the earth. … Read more
Garden Habitats
5 Ways to Make the Most Out of Garden for Wildlife Month
Every May we celebrate Garden for Wildlife Month as a way to remind us to prepare our gardens for wildlife, highlight amazing stories, and share tips with one another. Since the … Read more
How to Offer Bird-Nesting Materials in Your Garden
Spring is here, and birds around the world—and in your backyard—are turning into construction crews. It’s nesting time! Many songbirds are master builders, putting together intricately made weavings of twig … Read more
South Woodlawn Becomes First NWF Community Wildlife Habitat in Tennessee
The City of Knoxville, Tennessee, has a mounting reputation for being a top destination for outdoor recreation. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachians Mountains, it’s just about 45 minutes … Read more
Which Backyard Wildlife Species Are You?
We all have a favorite backyard species, beautiful birds, butterflies, mammals or other wonderful creatures. What if they’re your favorite because they remind you of yourself? Find out which species … Read more
5 Frogs Coming to a Pond Near You
The beginning of spring signals the return of frogs to local vernal pools, streams, and wetlands. Frogs are amphibians, which means “double life,” because they live part of their lives … Read more
Five Native Plants to Add to Your Garden
Spring will be here before you know it. Gardeners everywhere are itching to get outside and start planting. As you’re planning your garden and waiting for the weather to warm … Read more
Ten Things to Know about Earthworms
As winter draws to a close, gardeners begin their spring migration into the outdoors, leaving winter dens behind and coming into contact with the harbingers of the shifting seasons: shovels, … Read more
Winter Weather’s Fine for Nesting Great Horned Owls
Here in North America, where much of the continent is battling ice, snow and bone-chilling cold, this may seem like a very bad time of year for a bird to nest. … Read more
