In your yard: crickets
Interesting bits about crickets. Did you know that some “crickets” aren’t crickets?
Author Tara Allison
Interview with Dale Russell, beekeeper
A hearty nonagenarian shares his thoughts on beekeeping, pesticides, bees, and the environment.
16 spring-flowering perennials for wildlife
Plants that flower in the spring put an end to the monotony of winter with a colorful prelude to summer.…
All about the Northern Raccoon
Raccoons seem fastidiousness, since they wash their food. But, they just like wet food. They like people food, too, and can open doors! Smart and clever.
All about Fox Squirrels and Gray Squirrels
Do you feed squirrels? Would you rather be feeding birds? Across the nation, mini-battles rage between humans and squirrels…
All about the House Mouse
The most common mouse in the U.S., they’re seen as pests. But they’re beneficial as predators of insects and as food for other animals.
All about the Red Fox
Would it surprise you to learn a Red Fox is your neighbor? Even in the city? They often stay put…
All about Striped Skunks
Skunks are known best as stinky roadkill, and good riddance. That’s too bad, because they’re beneficial, non-aggressive, and just want to be left alone.
How backyard wildlife survive winter weather
Just like that, wildlife appears like magic in the spring and then disappears in winter. Ever wondered what becomes of them? Or where they go? We have answers for you!
Native plants for hummingbirds
Attract hummingbirds to your yard with plants from this list of favored native plants, including bloom times and zones.