Are animals poisonous or venomous? They can be one or the other, but not usually both. It all has to do with how they deliver their toxins.
The dirt on dirt — what's in it, where it comes from and why you should call it soil instead.
The world of fungus is a literal kingdom, with tens of thousands of species including far more than the familiar mushrooms.
Next time you're at a local pond, resist the urge to feed the ducks and geese. They don't need our help, and we are actually making them sick.
Woodpeckers are unique in the bird world, and we're lucky enough to have seven species living all around us.
It's not exactly a common occurrence, but birds do get drunk, especially at this time of year when the fruit they eat becomes fermented.
Great horned owls are one of our most beloved creatures of the night. Here are some things you might not know about them.
Hundreds of millions of birds die every year from flying into windows. We understand why they do this, and there are things you can do at home to prevent it.
You can sleep soundly tonight knowing that there's no truth to the legend that we swallow eight spiders a year in our sleep.
A furry brown critter swimming around in the water can be any of several animals. Learn to tell the difference between two likely suspects.
Our birds are disappearing at an alarming rate. Saving them may seem overwhelming, but there are many simple things you can do at home to help.
Mange is an infection caused by mites and, while the mites themselves are not deadly, animals infected with mange can die if left untreated.
Adding a little sparkle to your life may have negative effects on our waterways when that sparkle comes in the form of glitter.
Short-eared owls are a little different than many of the other owls in Illinois. They are also endangered in our state.
Among birds, woodpeckers stand out for their uniqueness. Learn what sets them apart from other birds.
Becoming a birder doesn't require a lot of costly equipment. Here’s what you need to know to get started.
Are animals poisonous or venomous? They can be one or the other, but not usually both. It all has to do with how they deliver their toxins.
The dirt on dirt — what's in it, where it comes from and why you should call it soil instead.
The world of fungus is a literal kingdom, with tens of thousands of species including far more than the familiar mushrooms.
Next time you're at a local pond, resist the urge to feed the ducks and geese. They don't need our help, and we are actually making them sick.
Woodpeckers are unique in the bird world, and we're lucky enough to have seven species living all around us.
It's not exactly a common occurrence, but birds do get drunk, especially at this time of year when the fruit they eat becomes fermented.
Great horned owls are one of our most beloved creatures of the night. Here are some things you might not know about them.
Hundreds of millions of birds die every year from flying into windows. We understand why they do this, and there are things you can do at home to prevent it.
You can sleep soundly tonight knowing that there's no truth to the legend that we swallow eight spiders a year in our sleep.
A furry brown critter swimming around in the water can be any of several animals. Learn to tell the difference between two likely suspects.
Our birds are disappearing at an alarming rate. Saving them may seem overwhelming, but there are many simple things you can do at home to help.
Mange is an infection caused by mites and, while the mites themselves are not deadly, animals infected with mange can die if left untreated.
Adding a little sparkle to your life may have negative effects on our waterways when that sparkle comes in the form of glitter.
Short-eared owls are a little different than many of the other owls in Illinois. They are also endangered in our state.
Among birds, woodpeckers stand out for their uniqueness. Learn what sets them apart from other birds.
Becoming a birder doesn't require a lot of costly equipment. Here’s what you need to know to get started.
Find your nature’s muse at this event full of hands-on activities that let you express yourself through music, movement and visual arts
Four Rivers is collaborating with the Three Rivers Public Library District for a book club on the go! The book for September is “North Woods” by Daniel Mason.
Fall is a trying time for pollinators. They're still in need of food and water even as their regular sources begin to fade away as autumn sets in.
If you love fall color, hope the coming weeks bring us warm, sunny days and cool, crisp nights.
Interactive map predicts when fall color will peak in Will County and beyond.