Wildlife Facts
What’s In My Backyard: Appreciating Local Crows
One of the most commonly featured species for Halloween is the crow, but how much do you actually know about these infamous birds? Our new series, “What’s in My Backyard” … Read more
Owls: The Mysterious, Wise, and Graceful Birds of Prey
Owls are probably one of the most popular groups of birds flying through the air due to their beautiful feathers and big eyes; they are certainly one of my favorites! … Read more
Pine Needles Are Leaves, Too
Every autumn, we talk about fallen leaves: why to leave them when you can, how the leaf litter feeds the soil, who shelters in them through the winter. But some … Read more
Small Potholes, Big Impact
Potholes have a bad reputation. I’ve driven through my fair share of potholes, cringing every time and hoping I won’t end up with a flat tire or knock my car’s … Read more
Miss Wildlife USA
As Miss USA premieres on this final week of August 2026, we thought we’d throw our own beauty pageant featuring fresh, bold, talented, and diverse contestants. Don’t miss this fierce … Read more
America’s Whale: The Endangered Rice’s Whale Can No Longer Call its Gulf Home Safe
The Rice’s whale is listed as endangered under the U.S. Endangered Species Act (ESA) and is one of the rarest whales in the world with fewer than 100 whales left … Read more
Marine Animal Quiz: It’s Plastic Free July!
This Plastic Free July, take the time to learn more about how plastic pollution in the oceans of the world harms marine life and consider action steps you can take … Read more
Why You Shouldn’t Be Afraid of Tarantula Hawk Wasps
If you’ve planted milkweed for monarchs in the US Southwest and started noticing big, iridescent blue wasps with bright orange wings working in the flowers (or worse, rocketing straight toward … Read more
7 Moths that Make Butterflies Look Boring
Butterflies are incredible insects, but let’s be honest, moths need some love. They just aren’t as popular as butterflies, and they certainly should be! Both belong to the large order … Read more
