Take a crash course on raccoons and then put your knowledge to the test on our 10-question quiz.
Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of these amazing birds.
Crane flies aren't just supersized mosquitoes. These harmless insects don't bite or sting.
The spotted lanternfly won't bite you or your pets, but it just might be one of the most dangerous insects around. Learn why these invasive insects need to be taken seriously and how you can help prevent them from spreading.
See how much you know about these striped creatures on our 10-question quiz.
Goldfinches are common and recognizable thanks to their bright yellow plumage, but not all goldfinches are golden in color, and even the ones that are aren't always yellow.
The world is home to two beaver species, and it would be easy to confuse them if they didn't live on different continents.
Find out by answering these 10 questions.
Not all turtles prefer life in the water. Box turtles live most of their lives on land.
Do a little studying on six-lined racerunners and see how much you learned about these lizards on a short quiz.
See how much you know about Illinois' state bird with a 10-question quiz.
Honey being sold at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm in Bolingbrook comes from bees that sip a wide variety of nectar to produce many different varieties of the sweet stuff.
The buzz of an insect in your ear can come from many different sources, from mosquitoes and flies to bees and wasps. When it's a bee or wasp buzzing by, two common culprits — honeybees and yellow jackets — can be cause for confusion.
Buzz on into this 10-question quiz to test your knowledge on these very important pollinators.
While these bright and beautiful birds can be seen in our area, learn more about these miniature but mighty marvels.
How do flies find garbage and other sources of stink so fast? They rely on their antennae to help them hone in.
Take a crash course on raccoons and then put your knowledge to the test on our 10-question quiz.
Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of these amazing birds.
Crane flies aren't just supersized mosquitoes. These harmless insects don't bite or sting.
The spotted lanternfly won't bite you or your pets, but it just might be one of the most dangerous insects around. Learn why these invasive insects need to be taken seriously and how you can help prevent them from spreading.
See how much you know about these striped creatures on our 10-question quiz.
Goldfinches are common and recognizable thanks to their bright yellow plumage, but not all goldfinches are golden in color, and even the ones that are aren't always yellow.
The world is home to two beaver species, and it would be easy to confuse them if they didn't live on different continents.
Find out by answering these 10 questions.
Not all turtles prefer life in the water. Box turtles live most of their lives on land.
Do a little studying on six-lined racerunners and see how much you learned about these lizards on a short quiz.
See how much you know about Illinois' state bird with a 10-question quiz.
Honey being sold at Hidden Lakes Trout Farm in Bolingbrook comes from bees that sip a wide variety of nectar to produce many different varieties of the sweet stuff.
The buzz of an insect in your ear can come from many different sources, from mosquitoes and flies to bees and wasps. When it's a bee or wasp buzzing by, two common culprits — honeybees and yellow jackets — can be cause for confusion.
Buzz on into this 10-question quiz to test your knowledge on these very important pollinators.
While these bright and beautiful birds can be seen in our area, learn more about these miniature but mighty marvels.
How do flies find garbage and other sources of stink so fast? They rely on their antennae to help them hone in.
Get some fresh air and exercise while helping to make a difference in your community by attending one or more of the Forest Preserve’s volunteer mornings.
Teens are invited to spend an afternoon learning basic paddling skills at Monee Reservoir.
Catching lightning bugs is a summer rite of passage, but do you know how these bugs light up? Or why?
Participating in No Mow May isn't just a way to cut down on your yardwork for a month. You'll be helping bees and other essential insects too.
Forget "Snakes on a Plane." There are snakes in Asia that can fly without any help from an aircraft.