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Reading the Tree Rings
By reading tree rings, scientists can see evidence of rainy years, periods of drought, bug infestations, forest fires and even volcanic eruptions.
How Extreme Winter Weather Can Affect Wildlife
How extreme winter weather can challenge many species, from opossums to manatees to Carolina wrens. What are you seeing in your neighborhood?
Dark Skies & Rare Insects: A West Texas Preserve Becomes a Hotbed for Research
TNC’s Davis Mountains Preserve is international dark sky reserve, but it’s also a hotspot for ecological research, from rare insects to bats.
For Climate Adaptation, Forests Offer More Than Carbon Storage
New research finds that forests play a far greater role in protecting people from climate change than previously recognized.
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Meet the Marvelous Marsupials of Far North Queensland
Northern Tropical Queensland offers some of the best mammal watching anywhere, if you know where to look.
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For Climate Adaptation, Forests Offer More Than Carbon Storage
New research finds that forests play a far greater role in protecting people from climate change than previously recognized.
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8 Cool Wild Cats You Probably Don’t Know
Move over lions and tigers. Meet these cryptic but cool wild cats.
Rivers + Reconnection
Why healthy rivers matter—and how you can help protect them.
All About Wildlife
Explore wildlife in wild places, from backyard coyotes to biodiversity hotspots.
