Wildlife Facts

Reliving Your Nature Memories During National Wildlife Week

 |  Mar 8, 2010

For those of you who didn’t know, National Wildlife Week (March 15th – 21st 2010) is one of NWF’s  oldest traditions and this year we’re asking you to make a … Read more

Water Projects for Wildlife

 |  Mar 8, 2010

Know what you can do to help this white pelican? Anytime the government decides to build a levy, a dam, or other similar projects, they follow 25 year-old principles and … Read more

Spotlight (finally!) shines on sage-grouse

 |  Mar 5, 2010

 If you have ever seen a sage-grouse, whether in a photo, video or in person, you don’t need me to tell you it’s a one-of-kind gem. Nevertheless, the sage-grouse and … Read more

Time to Make the Call for Wildlife

, ,  |  Mar 2, 2010

By Larry J. Schweiger 2010 is the International Year of Biodiversity – and wildlife isn’t doing so well.  We’re losing ground, as species extinction is accelerating to dangerous levels.  Climate … Read more

Teaming With Wildlife – Sportsmen and Women Speaking Up for Wildlife

 |  Feb 26, 2010

By Larry J. Schweiger I was privileged to join with 20 of National Wildlife Federation’s state affiliates and many others on Wednesday night in Washington DC to celebrate Teaming with … Read more

“Teaming With Wildlife” Honors Congressional Champions

 |  Feb 25, 2010

Last night in the Hart Senate Office Building, the Teaming With Wildlife coalition hosted a reception to celebrate some of the past year’s top achievements — and look ahead to … Read more

Do You Have A Favorite Animal Olympian?

 |  Feb 23, 2010

By Larry J. Schweiger I’ve been enjoying the Olympics this week, watching the amazing physical abilities, grace and beauty of the Olympic athletes. But for wildlife, their strength, speed and … Read more

Animal Olympians – Part 4

 |  Feb 23, 2010

Here’s the fourth installment in our Animal Olympians series.  Don’t forget to tune in to my next appearance on the Today Show tomorrow, February 24, where I’ll be bringing some … Read more

Animal Olympians – Part 3

 |  Feb 22, 2010

The third installment of animals with phenomenal physical abilities in celebration of the Olympics (don't miss part one and part two). Spotted Hyena, Least Weasel and Tasmanian DevilSpotted hyenas have … Read more

Some Recommended Nature Reading

 |  Feb 19, 2010

By mid-February, even die-hard fans of winter are dreaming of getting outside into warmer weather.  Here is a list of some of my favorite nature and wildlife-related books to help … Read more