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The Coolest Kingfishers from Six Continents
With more than 100 kingfisher species, here are 12 of the coolest.
Seeds of Change: Ensuring the Future for Healthy Prairies
For a healthy and resilient prairie, diverse seed sources are key.
Meet the Frogmouth, Australia’s Weirdest Bird
With an unsettling glare and tree-like camouflage, what’s not to love about frogmouths?
Wildflower Watching as a Source of Solace and Diversion
Trout lilies and other wildflowers are blooming. A backcountry expert and author reflects on the solace of the season.
Visiting US National Parks (Virtually)
Check out this treasure trove of virtual nature experiences — from sound libraries, to web cams, to virtual events at US national parks.
Cool Facts About Common Backyard Wildlife
Learn more about the bizarre and fascinating lives of your wildlife neighbors.
Birds that Carry Lit Candles & The Importance of Avian Innovation
In a town in western India, temple caretakers fill small cups with clarified butter to fuel lanterns for prayer. Or […]
Tiger Sharks Feast on Songbirds. Yes, Songbirds.
The bird at your feeder might end up in a shark’s stomach. Seriously.
Enjoy the Red-Winged Blackbird Show
Observe the uncommon territorial behaviors of a common bird.
The Hidden History in My Backyard
Somewhere was mundane as your own backyard can have a hidden history.
More Nature Cams You Need in Your Life
When the pandemic lockdown first began (in the US) in the spring of 2020, I found myself turning to nature […]
Local Critter Quest: Spot a Pocket Gopher
Are you up for the challenge of finding this underground mammal?
