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How Hitchhiking Oysters Build New Reefs
In Australia, juvenile oysters hitch rides on mud whelks, subjecting them to a slow-motion death by starvation. Killer oysters. Sort of.
An Encounter with Mating Gopher Snakes
Observing snakes is sure to wake you out of a trail-run trance.
Using Science & Culture to Assess Billabong Health
In northern Australia, scientists and young indigenous rangers are working together to gain a better understanding of billabong health.
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?
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?
