Chipmunk Quest

A chipmunk is a chipmunk, right? Nope. There are 22 species in the United States. Here’s how to find them.

Matthew L. Miller

Easy Nature Adventures to Enjoy Near You

Our guide to fun and family-friendly nature activities, no special gear necessary.

Matthew L. Miller

How to See a Red Fox in Winter

Now is the perfect time to see (or smell) a fox. Here’s how.

Matthew L. Miller

Even for Solitary Squirrels, It’s Better to Know the Neighbors

Anti-social red squirrels still live longer if they have frequent interactions with each other.

Christine Peterson

Why Pandas Are Rubbing Themselves with Horse Manure

It’s true: for years, giant pandas have been rubbing horse manure on themselves. New research suggests a reason.

Christine Peterson

When Only a Hippopotamus Will Do

Hippos for the holidays? Some weird stories of human-hippo relations.

Matthew L. Miller

Nature Nerd Trivia: Bats

How much do you really know about bats?

Justine E. Hausheer

Black Deer: Have You Seen This Rare Color of a Common Animal?

Black, or melanistic, white-tailed deer are a rare sight. Here’s what you need to know.

Matthew L. Miller

Meet the Goat Antelopes: Strange, Large Mammals of the Mountains

Goat antelopes, the high-mountain mammals you don’t know – but should.

Matthew L. Miller

Nature Nerd Trivia: Whales

Think twice before you invite me to your local trivia night.  It’s not that I don’t like trivia (I love […]

Justine E. Hausheer

Discovered: The World’s Highest-Dwelling Mammal

A mammal on a Chilean volcano sets the record for high-altitude living.

Matthew L. Miller

Forest Surprise: A Wolf Story

What happens when the coyote you see on your morning hike isn't a coyote, but a lone Mexican grey wolf on a walkabout.

Tana Kappel