Want to determine the age of a tree without cutting it down? As long as you know what kind of tree it is, all you need is a measuring tape and a calculator.
Turtles have nothing on snails when it comes to creeping along at a snail's pace, and while we may not give much thought to snails and slugs they are quite numerous around the world.
In the animal kingdom, moths are considered something akin to butterflies' ugly stepsisters, but moths are special too.
Insect populations are declining, and that's bad news for us and our ecosystems. Learn what you can do to help reverse the trend.
Will a worm really regenerate if it gets cut in two? It's complicated.
Many males play a key role in giving their offspring a much-needed jump-start.
Legless reptiles are snakes, right? Not always. The slender glass lizard is one of many legless lizards in the world, and it lives right here in Will County.
Eastern moles live secret lives right below our feet, and just because we don't see them doesn't mean we don't know they are around.
The biggest frog in Illinois, the American bullfrog, is a pretty common sight along the water's edge, so take the opportunity to learn more about them.
Vernal pools are temporary waterways that are teeming with life in spring, but our way of life threatens their existence.
It can't really rain cats and dogs, but it's not for the reason you may think.
Both hummingbird feeders and wildflowers can help attract ruby-throated hummingbirds to your yard, but don't forget about including plants that host insects, another important food source for these tiny beauties.
Chimney swifts are almost always seen in flight, and their silhouette in the air gave rise to their nickname, flying cigars.
Get to know a little about the six-lined racerunner, one of only two lizard species that live in Will County.
It’s a question that comes up often: I found an injured bird that might be injured, so what should I do? The answer depends on many factors, including the age and type of bird, but in many cases the best course of action is contacting a licensed wildlife rehabilitator who can help the animal.
Lunar eclipses only happen a few times a year, and they aren't visible from everywhere even if the weather cooperates, making them a real show stopper if you are fortunate enough to see one.
Want to determine the age of a tree without cutting it down? As long as you know what kind of tree it is, all you need is a measuring tape and a calculator.
Turtles have nothing on snails when it comes to creeping along at a snail's pace, and while we may not give much thought to snails and slugs they are quite numerous around the world.
In the animal kingdom, moths are considered something akin to butterflies' ugly stepsisters, but moths are special too.
Insect populations are declining, and that's bad news for us and our ecosystems. Learn what you can do to help reverse the trend.
Will a worm really regenerate if it gets cut in two? It's complicated.
Many males play a key role in giving their offspring a much-needed jump-start.
Legless reptiles are snakes, right? Not always. The slender glass lizard is one of many legless lizards in the world, and it lives right here in Will County.
Eastern moles live secret lives right below our feet, and just because we don't see them doesn't mean we don't know they are around.
The biggest frog in Illinois, the American bullfrog, is a pretty common sight along the water's edge, so take the opportunity to learn more about them.
Vernal pools are temporary waterways that are teeming with life in spring, but our way of life threatens their existence.
It can't really rain cats and dogs, but it's not for the reason you may think.
Both hummingbird feeders and wildflowers can help attract ruby-throated hummingbirds to your yard, but don't forget about including plants that host insects, another important food source for these tiny beauties.
Chimney swifts are almost always seen in flight, and their silhouette in the air gave rise to their nickname, flying cigars.
Get to know a little about the six-lined racerunner, one of only two lizard species that live in Will County.
It’s a question that comes up often: I found an injured bird that might be injured, so what should I do? The answer depends on many factors, including the age and type of bird, but in many cases the best course of action is contacting a licensed wildlife rehabilitator who can help the animal.
Lunar eclipses only happen a few times a year, and they aren't visible from everywhere even if the weather cooperates, making them a real show stopper if you are fortunate enough to see one.
See the dazzling spectacle of nesting herons, egrets and cormorants at our weekly bird viewings at Lake Renwick Heron Rookery Nature Preserve.
Turn this summer into a summer of adventure with weekly explorations at Monee Reservoir and Plum Creek Nature Center.
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.