Summer 2023 Issue
In this issue: how light pollution overpowers wildlife, the Gullah/Geechee people stand strong, burrowing owls in booming Florida, the science of same-sex behavior in animals, the poppy “superbloom” returns. On the cover: A leatherback sea turtle hatchling heads toward the surf at sunset in Trinidad. Baby sea turtles can be dangerously misdirected by lights at night. Photo by Sean Crane.
How Light Pollution Impacts Wildlife & How You Can Help
From cougars and bats to butterflies and sea turtles, wildlife are increasingly threatened by light ...
Read MoreA Booming Florida City Fights to Save Its Burrowing Owls
Amid rapid growth, a Florida city unites to save its burrowing owls from habitat encroachment
Read MoreThe Gullah/Geechee People Hold Their Ground
Facing twin threats of real estate development and climate change, the Gullah/Geechee people stand s...
Read MoreScience News on Mammal Life Spans, Song Recognition Among Baby Birds
The latest science news: Mammals may live longer together than solo; some baby birds recognize their...
Read MoreScope
Simple nests breed success, benefits of bull’s-eyes and more
Read MoreDecline of an Ancient Mariner
Plagued by modern threats, prehistoric horseshoe crabs are linchpins in marine and terrestrial food ...
Read MoreWhen Backyard Weeds Escape: Invasive Plants on Public Lands
Fighting the spread of invasive plants in the wild begins with the weeds in your own backyard
Read MorePollinator gardens bring monarchs—and joy—to a Texas Town
Nacogdoches is one of dozens of Texas cities that have planted pollinator gardens, providing way sta...
Read MoreIt's My Nature: Beauty and the Buzz
Flower farmer Dee Hall is growing a neighborhood haven for wildlife— and inspiring other Black flora...
Read MoreMeet the Bonnethead, the First Known Omnivorous Shark
Photographed by Shane Gross at an underwater salad bar of seagrass, the bonnethead is the first know...
Read MoreUnderwater Icon: An Artistic Tribute to the Manatee
Artist Angela Manno paints in the tradition of religious iconography. Her subjects? The manatee and ...
Read MorePhoto Contest Archive: A Stunning Skimmer
Another hidden gem from our photo contest archive: a Florida skimmer, as seen by photographer Rick H...
Read MoreTake the Clean Earth Challenge and help make the planet a happier, healthier place.
Learn MoreA groundbreaking bipartisan bill aims to address the looming wildlife crisis before it's too late, while creating sorely needed jobs.
Read MoreMore than one-third of U.S. fish and wildlife species are at risk of extinction in the coming decades. We're on the ground in seven regions across the country, collaborating with 52 state and territory affiliates to reverse the crisis and ensure wildlife thrive. test