Even though the drought this summer has been a huge setback for my garden, crisping up the lilacs and other shrubbery and will most likely result in a sub-par foliage season, one flower that has ...

Mother Nature is shaking off the throes of a long, cold winter, and there’s no better evidence of this than the explosion of spring wildflowers. For me, an early April trek to wildflower-rich southern ...

Firefly populations have decreased due to habitat loss, light pollution and chemical use. Fireflies are beetles that use bioluminescence for mating, with some species employing deceptive tactics.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The Eaton fire destroyed the century-old Nature Friends lodge in Sierra Madre, but members held Oktoberfest over ...

Children walking down forest path. From the moment I step into a forest I always feel a deep and innate truth: nature heals. It is not merely a place to visit or an aesthetic backdrop to our busy ...

Male insects, such as crickets and katydids, create sounds by rubbing their wings together, a process called stridulation. The sounds of these insects, which have existed for millions of years, can be ...

Spending time in nature has been proven to lower blood pressure and be good for our bodies and soul. So, if you’re chained to a desk today, why not do yourself a favor and take a look at the ...

We are midway through New England’s spring woodland wildflower season. The brilliant painted, red and nodding trilliums are blooming and will soon be followed by that showstopper — the lady’s slipper.