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Peatlands Are One of Earth’s Most Underrated Ecosystems
Five places that show the importance of peatlands as allies against climate change.
Connect to Nature Near You: 4 Fun + Informative (+Free) Apps
Looking for free and informative mobile apps to help you connect with nature near you wherever you are? We've got you covered. Pristine natural areas not required.
Meet the Amazing Giant Rats of Oceania
Rats that climb trees, swim in rivers, grow to epic sizes, and evade detection by scientists for decades. Meet seven spectacular rat species from Oceania.
8 Great U.S. National Parks for Birding
With summer in full swing, there's no better time to go birding. Here are 8 U.S. national parks that offer interesting birding opportunities.
8 Birds to Spark a Kid’s Interest in Nature
Meet the birds that can ignite a lifelong interest in the natural world.
Do You Know These Weird Hoofed Mammals?
When it comes to large mammals, many species are relatively unknown and receive very little attention.
The Weirdest Places You Can Find Wild Turkeys
Why you can now find wild turkeys from the Pacific Islands to Germany.
A Field Guide to Unusual Raptors of the Southern US
These nine unusual raptors are found only in the south and southwestern US, from Arizona to Florida.
10 Weird Australian Marsupials You’ve Never Heard Of
Some of Australia’s coolest species are ones that few people know about.
8 Cool Wild Cats You Probably Don’t Know
Move over lions and tigers. Meet these cryptic but cool wild cats.
8 Conservation Writing Awards for Cool Green Science
In 2022, Cool Green Science stories won 13 awards from the Outdoor Writers Association of America. Check them out!
Look at that Lek! 9 Birds That Put on a Show
A long list of birds display at leks. Here are some of our favorites.
