Driving along the Tamiami Trail (US-41) through the vast Everglades, you might blink and miss the small town of Ochopee, home to both America’s smallest post office (literally the size of a garden ...

The European mantis (Mantis religiosa) or praying mantis is a species of praying mantis native to Europe, Asia, and Africa.

**1. House Mouse** The Mus musculus or house mouse is likely the most prevalent mouse species worldwide. These mice, measuring between 5 and 8 inches in length, play significant roles in scientific ...

That eerie stillness, almost like nature is holding its breath, can send a shiver down your spine. It’s not just your ...

A university student on a fossil-hunting field trip in Dorset made a stunning discovery: a 145-million-year-old jawbone ...

Crack the truth about eggs! From cholesterol myths to fresh vs. old, clear up common misconceptions about these breakfast ...

Explore the vibrant ecosystem of Woodside Natural Area, a hidden gem in Essex, featuring diverse wildlife and a stunning ...

The eastern box turtle represents holding on and surviving, sticking its neck out, which led to its status as a state symbol ...

Pesticides, habitat loss, and light pollution are threatening firefly populations worldwide, but even in urban areas, some lightning bugs continue to shine.

Contributing to Firefly Watch, which is citizen-based research spanning the past six years, can also help. In roughly 7,000 locations in the U.S., 16,500 submissions have tracked fireflies in fields, ...

In one sense, it’s odd to associate any firefly with youth, for by the time we see them lighting up our nights, they are ...