Unless you live on the water, you probably don’t see a lot of egrets and herons in your backyard. These are mostly wetlands birds, made for foraging in the shallows with their long leg legs and ...

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Defend Ballona Wetlands Calls for Cancellation of Marina del Rey New Year’s Eve Fireworks to Protect Wildlife and Coastal Ecosystems. Fireworks are not the only way to celebrate. Proven, visually ...

Beaufort became the first city in South Carolina to ban outdoor balloon releases. Balloons are a hazard to wildlife.

While Ohio might be famous for its buckeyes, corn fields, and rock and roll, this 309-acre slice of paradise proves the ...

Lake Lowndes State Park near Columbus, Mississippi might just be the answer to your overworked soul’s silent screams. This 575-acre slice of paradise offers the perfect backdrop for those weekends ...