Plant some trees to help Los Angeles fight the effects of climate change
Cactus and succulents simply add to the urban desert. We need trees!
The ‘king of birds’ dresses the part when pursuing a mate
Though rarely seen in the wild, the western tragopan’s flashy features and elaborate dance moves catch the eyes of potential mates.
A website that’s really for the birds
Birds cheep and squawk, peck and soar. They cluster on bird feeders and rooftops and swoop across our skies. But how well do you know them?
Synonymous with sun, Los Angeles needs more shade
Removing diseased trees, of course, or those that uproot sidewalks, is necessary — as long as they’re replaced. Too often, they aren’t, especially in less affluent neighborhoods.
The 9/11 Tribute in Light Is Helping Us Learn About Bird Migration
Illuminated every September 11 since 2002, the Tribute is an iconic and emotional memorial to the lives lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks and a symbol of New York City’s unbreakable spirit. It is a beacon in more ways than one. Birds are drawn to the lights, at times by the thousands. On September 11th, 2017, I was drawn to the lights by the birds.
Plant a wildlife hedge instead of building a fence
Here’s what to plant to keep wildlife happy and the neighbors out of sight.
California Committee OKs Bill on Desert Water-Pumping Plan
A key California committee has passed a last-minute bill requiring more oversight of a plan to pump water from underneath the Mojave Desert.
A Poetic Look Inside the World of Wildlife Conservation
Photographer David Chancellor captures how humans and wildlife rely on each other to survive.
America’s Sexiest Veterinarian Evan Antin On Traveling The World Helping Exotic Animals
The 33-year-old Antin quickly became an internet sensation after being named one of People Magazine’s “Sexiest Men Alive” in 2014.
Is the Endangered Species Act at Risk of Extinction?
A new study finds that Americans overwhelmingly support the 45-year-old act. So why is it under threat? A Sacramento State professor explains