Have you ever wondered how bird watchers tell the many owl species in the US apart? They do this despite owls being mostly active at night and hiding away. They spot owls like the tiny Elf Owl or the impressive Great Gray Owl. To really see these captivating birds, bird watchers look at their size,
Have you ever thought about a river otter’s diet and what it says about our rivers? River otters are top predators and they matter a lot in their homes. Although some think they eat too many game fish, they mostly go for non-game ones, like suckers and catfish. Their food choices show how they help
Are wild meerkats really in America? Many wonder if places like Arizona or the West possess them. This mystery stirs the interests of nature lovers. There’s talk of meerkats living in the U.S., but the truth is, they don’t. These small, smart animals are only found in parts of southern Africa. What people might be
Wondering how to make your garden a bat-friendly place? Bats eat a lot of pests, which makes your garden better for everyone. To make your garden a great spot for native bats, learn about the plants and design they like. Bats are special because they can fly and eat bugs. They love insects like mosquitoes
The American kestrel is the smallest falcon in North America. It shows us interesting behavior in its range and migrations. These birds travel from the cold Alaska snow to the warm Central America. It’s amazing how they find their place in such different environments. American Kestrels up north migrate south when winter nears. But, the
Have you ever wonder how red foxes survive in different places? They can live everywhere from the low sea to high mountains, up to 3000 meters. Red foxes prefer areas that mix scrub, woods, and farms. In Eurasia and North America, red foxes do well thanks to what humans do. Activities like cutting forests for