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Do leaves tell us when it's going to rain? They can, but as with most weather forecasts, there are no guarantees.

How busy is the world below our feet? It easily rivals any habitat you see aboveground. Consider this: More organisms live in the soil than live aboveground.

A picture-perfect sunset is far from a guarantee, and a lot of factors play into whether the sun's inevitable slip below the horizon each day will take your breath away.

A chrysalis and a cocoon are not one and the same. Learn the differences between them, starting with which insect uses which.

America's prairies have long been celebrated, but they've mostly disappeared.

Who doesn't love the sweet, earthy smell of rain? 

Here's a closer look at the turtles that populate our local waterways.

Insects or arachnid? There are a few key differences.

What can you do to make the world a cleaner place? Plenty.

With excessive heat and humidity this week, the Forest Preserve District is reminding dog owners to take precautions so their pets don't overheat. 

Five facts about mosquitoes — perhaps the most hated creature on Earth.

The throw-away era: We're living in the age of plastic, and we're only beginning to understand the consequences.

We all know to keep a safe distance from power lines, so how are birds and squirrels able to touch them without consequence?

Raccoon Grove Nature Preserve is a pocket of woodland in eastern Will County that serves as a reminder of the rich cultural and natural history of our area.

Lightning bugs are a summer tradition, and there's plenty about these insects that is fascinating. 

They can add to some picture-perfect moments in the preserves.