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Senior Matt Leopold Explores Hidden Lives of Wood Ferns
4+ hour, 33+ min ago (480+ words) When senior Matt Leopold goes on a hike these days, he can't move very fast. The three species at the center of Leopold's research are Dryopteris intermedia " a diploid with two complete sets of chromosomes " plus Dryopteris cristata " a tetraploid…...
NOAA Fisheries determines some tope sharks should be listed under the ESA
1+ hour, 41+ min ago (176+ words) Seafood Source NOAA Fisheries determines some tope sharks should be listed under the ESA You've reached your article limit! To keep reading, explore membership options and find the plan that's right for you. View Membership Plans " Already a member? Log…...
New Bill Aims to Transfer Thousands of Acres of Federal Land to This State
1+ week, 19+ hour ago (739+ words) The future ownership of a large area of land in Nevada is sparking major debate among locals and conservationists. As a percentage of the total land area, the federal government owns more land in Nevada than anywhere else. Government agencies…...
77 Brands & Partners Plead Congress to Fully Fund Public Lands in 2027
1+ week, 18+ hour ago (555+ words) Outdoor Alliance and 77 partners are demanding that Congress provide full funding for the USFS and BLM for 2027, to "support sustainable recreation opportunities." It also calls for an end to the federally mandated hiring freeze, which it claims is hampering these…...
Bear sightings rise as they emerge from hibernation
3+ hour, 3+ min ago (17+ words) This is additional taxonomy that helps us with analytics Bear sightings rise as they emerge from hibernation...
National Zoo Lovers Day: Another Ploy by the Zoo Industry to Deceive the Public
33+ min ago (116+ words) by Devan Schowe in Animals in Captivity, Blog on April 24, 2026 Thus, even from their inception, zoos were never about giving the animals what they need but rather giving the humans what they want: to witness an "exotic" animal in real…...
Meet the baby koala hiding in its mom's pouch at a Florida zoo's new Outback habitat
3+ hour, 38+ min ago (231+ words) WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. " A zoo in Florida has two reasons to celebrate " the first birth of a koala and a newly renovated habitat for the cuddly creatures is opening to the public on Saturday. The joey, born to Ellin…...
How an Overlooked Konkan District Emerged as a 400+ Species Birding Hotspot
3+ hour, 12+ min ago (783+ words) What began as a handful of solitary birdwatchers just a few years ago has grown into a collective of 40 dedicated observers, covering all eight talukas through meticulous surveys. In the lush embrace of Maharashtra's Sindhudurg district, a quiet revolution unfolded…...
13 Bird Bath Ideas to Make Your Garden a Feathered Paradise
1+ week, 3+ day ago (572+ words) From tall and elegant designs to whimsical heart-shaped baths, there's a birdbath for every style of garden. Some are perfect for multiple birds to splash at once, while others give small, shy birds a cozy spot of their own. And…...
NE marks Bird Month in May, urging public to help track migratory birds
1+ hour, 21+ min ago (386+ words) NEBRASKA " May is Bird Month in Nebraska, and state wildlife officials are encouraging residents to get outside and help track and learn about birds through a series of events and activities held throughout the month. The Nebraska Game and Parks…...