Why Do Marsupials Have Pouches? And Other Questions

Here we answer some of the most common questions about marsupials, delving into the who, what, where, when and why? of this strange and wonderful group of mammals.

Justine E. Hausheer

What Happened to the Schomburgk’s Deer?

Much about the life history and extinction of this species remain somewhat of a mystery.

Matthew L. Miller

Seven US Species Invading Other Countries

Your backyard bullfrogs, squirrels, turtles and fish are all invasive species elsewhere in the world.

Justine E. Hausheer

The Real Reason You See Earthworms After Rain

It’s not what you think.

Matthew L. Miller

Where Have All the House Sparrows Gone?

The house sparrow, one of the world’s most abundant birds, is in widespread decline. What’s going on?

Matthew L. Miller

Monarchs Are Disappearing in the Western US. What’s Happening?

Migrating western butterflies declined 85 percent between 2017 and 2018. What’s going on?

Kris Millgate

The Howling: Why You’re Hearing Coyotes This Month

Step outside tonight and you may hear a lot of howling. Here’s why.

Matthew L. Miller

Chronic Wasting Disease: What You Need To Know

Chronic Wasting Disease is now found in 26 states. What does it mean for deer, and for you?

Lisa Ballard

What’s That Weird Duck In The Local Pond?

Have you seen a weird duck you can’t identify? We’re here to help you sort it out.

Matthew L. Miller

Why You’re Seeing More Hawks at Your Birdfeeder

Hawks are reclaiming the city. A new study examines the factors most influencing this recolonization.

Matthew L. Miller

Why Are You Seeing Robins in Winter?

Spring has certainly not arrived, so why have the robins? Share your observations with Journey North.

Lisa Feldkamp

Why Staying on the Trail Is Bad for Nature

Is encouraging kids to treat nature as fragile and untouchable doing more harm than good?

Matthew L. Miller