Wildlife Stories

Loons on Thin Ice

Brett Amy Thelen,

Every winter, courageous biologists take to frozen lakes and ponds to rescue loons in trouble.

Where Are All the Birds?

Phil Brown,

Despite some alarming declines in bird populations, there are steps you can take to protect our diverse bird communities.

May’s Unmowed Lawn Brings Benefits the Rest of the Year

Susie Spikol,

Give the lawnmower a rest this May to help pollinators and other critters get to work.

The Bright Side of Black Flies

Susie Spikol,

Black flies are annoying and people despise them, but they play an important role in the health of various wildlife.

Be On the Lookout for Goshawks and Kestrels

Phil Brown,

March is a good time to look toward to sky for these two beautiful species of concern.

Winter Birding is About More Than Just Birds

Phil Brown,

Despite snow and frigid temperatures, winter’s reward is abundant if you know where to look and how to direct your senses, even in our backyards.

The Sauce on Cranberries

Susie Spikol,

Cranberries have been a vital food source for wildlife and people in New England for centuries.

Mourning Cloaks –The First Butterfly of Spring

Susie Spikol,

The mourning cloak has a biochemical superpower that allows it to survive New Hampshire’s long, frigid, snowy cold season.

Spring Is Not Canceled

Brett Amy Thelen,

When the human world comes to a standstill, the natural world goes on, unconcerned and unbothered by man-made dilemmas.

Open Your Eyes to the Animal World Around You

Susie Spikol,

Being observant during your time outdoors can reveal the signs and traces of the living world that may otherwise escape your notice.