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Tortoises and Bats and Ungulates, Oh...
This piece comes to us from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS). To honor Women’s History Month, WCS and Nature are sharing stories of nature and conservation. Lisa demonstrating proper goat feeding technique at the Queens Zoo, 1972. Photo credit: Courtesy Lisa Eidlin. Veterinary school. That was the direction every teacher, mentor and counselor pointed me

15+ Small Garden Ideas – Wild...
Small gardens can be a fun and rewarding way to bring a little green into your life, even if space is tight. From container gardening to vertical plantings, there are plenty of creative small garden ideas to make the most out of every square foot. Whether you’re looking to grow flowers, herbs, or veggies, let’s

The Inconvenient Urban Coyote – Ontario...
As I watched the tail end of the evening news in my living room, I suddenly heard yelling and gloved hands clapping loudly outside. My first thought was coyotes. Sure enough, our two resident coyotes sauntered by on a lawn across the street, completely ignoring the human noise. The male is a handsome specimen. An

Flow and Reflections RT4
Natural patterns of flow and reflection on the River Thames, December 2024, photographed from Golden Jubilee Bridge between Waterloo and Charing Cross Stations in London.

Meet the Kangaroos That Live in...
Dawn in Wongabel forest. It’s June, and there’s a hint of winter chill as I trudge up and down the forestry tracks. I’ve traveled here, to the Atherton Tablelands, in search of some of Australia’s most bizzare and fabulous mammals: rotund, green-furred possums, others that are striped like skunks, and a tiny macropod that looks

WILD SHETLAND – THROUGH THE SEASONS...
Posted by Brydon Thomason on Thursday 14th December 2023 | News At last, after far more years than I care to remember my new book hit the shelves earlier this month. To have written this book is a huge honour. This feels especially so as it is now 35 years since the

Unraveling the science of habitat restoration
Guest post by Kim Mikus This article appears in the summer 2024 issue of Horizons, the award-winning quarterly magazine of the Lake County Forest Preserves in northern Illinois. From a young age, we’re often taught that planting trees is good for the environment. So, why do we see large areas of trees sometimes removed from your forest preserves,

Fat Bear Campaign Poster Winners –...
by Elizabeth Cason – This is the underdog we all need. 2. By Hannah Bishop – We’ve all heard of the Lord of the Rings, but the Lord of the Falls is far superior in my book! 3. Sara Curtis – May the fattest win. 4. I love you, Otis! – Claire, age 10 5.

Nature Bounces Back: Eared Grebes Take...
The Town of Devon (AL), in consultation with Devon Nature Club, decided to build a stormwater pond in our industrial area about five years ago. This is the first “wet” stormwater pond (that is, one that holds water all the time) built by the town. We noted last year that a pair of eared grebes,

15+ Outdoor Kitchen Ideas – Wild...
Outdoor kitchens can turn your backyard into a lively gathering spot that’s perfect for entertaining family and friends. From cozy patios to spacious deck setups, these ideas will inspire you to create a functional and stylish space, tailored to your lifestyle. Dive into some creative concepts that make cooking and dining outdoors a breeze! Affiliate