In the fall, the changing of the seasons means deciduous trees shed their leaves. But not all deciduous trees seem to get the memo when it comes to losing their leaves.
Have you seen those social media memes about how there are 12 different seasons in Illinois? There's winter, then fools's spring, then second winter, spring of deception, third winter, mud season, actual spring and so on and so forth. Well, the last Friday in February was fool's spring, a day too nice to spend indoors.
Robins are the quintessential American bird, but how much do you really know about them?
One of the most anticipated events among birders each spring and fall is the arrival of the American white pelicans, and now is the time you'll once again start seeing these birds along waterways in the area.
It's peak migration season for sandhill cranes, so don't be surprised if you hear their loud, bugling call overhead.
Have you ever noticed that some snow is particularly sparkly or glittery? Scientists call it "snow sparkle," an effect caused by sunlight reflecting off ice crystals in the snow.
Despite what you may have heard, woolly bear caterpillars can't predict how bad the winter weather will be. But they do have a pretty cool way to survive even the most frigid temperatures.
With temperatures in the 60s, spring fever is hitting hard. All the more reason to make time to spend my lunch break outside.
African buffalo are one of two buffalo species in the world, and they share many similarities with North American bison.
Our Wander at Will series takes us to Lake Renwick Preserve for a winter dog walk.
Lone star ticks are grabbing headlines because they can cause people to develop an allergy to red meat. Learn how to identify them and how to prevent tick bites.
The move comes as a result of data showing increased turtle deaths on Division Street during nesting season.