Discover stories in Geography
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.
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.
Local Critter Quest: Spot a Pocket Gopher
Are you up for the challenge of finding this underground mammal?
A Naturalist’s Guide to the South African Cape
From great white sharks to meerkats, from wildflower blooms to endemic birds, a guide to the South African Cape’s unique biodiversity.
New Research Shows Healthy Agriculture Means Healthier Birds
What can stressed-out birds tell us about conservation and agriculture?
Using Science to Select Flagship Species
New research provides science-based way to identify flagship species for effective biodiversity conservation.
Reducing the Speed Limit Won’t Make Roads Safer for Wildlife
Not so fast: reducing speed limits may seem an easy way to reduce wildlife road deaths, but research suggests otherwise.
A New Way of Mapping Global Ecosystems
Scientists have created the first standardized, fine-scale map of global ecosystems, allowing them to better measure the effectiveness of protected areas and identify ecosystems in need of additional protection.
Camera Trap Chronicles: Cool Critters of New Hampshire
Otters feasting on fish, caterwauling bobcats and more images from the Hancock Wildlife Cam in New Hampshire.
Do Elk Fear Wolves? Maybe Not
What’s scarier: a wolf or a mountain lion? For prey – and conservation – the answer matters.
Capybara: Meet the World’s Largest Rodent
A rodent the size of a Labrador retriever? You won’t believe the life of the capybara.
