They are called sky islands. Tall mountains surrounded by a “sea” of desert, yet, almost literally, not a drop of water to be ...

Tucked away in the southwestern corner of Missouri near the tiny town of Mindenmines, this sprawling 3,500-acre preserve of ...

Tucked away in the southwestern corner of Missouri near the unassuming town of Mindenmines, this 3,500-acre expanse of ...

Explore the unique ecosystem of Merced's Vernal Pools and Grassland Reserve, a vital habitat for endangered species like ...

There are many other old-growth forests across the continent. Each of these forests has a unique ecology, but all are under ...

Fungi might not have the best reputation but are essential for our survival. With many species at risk, scientists say it is ...

A study published in The Lancet Planetary Health looks at the impact of nitrogen fertiliser on pollen allergies.

Learn American bison facts about recovering bison populations to heal grasslands and help create habitats for other wildlife.

In an old-growth longleaf pine savanna, the absurdly long pine needles sing in the wind. Once considered forests, these ...

The animals graze the vegetation into a picturesque turf, fertilize the soil with their dung and disperse seeds over large ...

Locals call the Merced Vernal Pools and Grassland Reserve “UC Merced’s backyard,” and it’s a backyard unlike any other.

Colossal Biosciences announced the successful birth of three dire wolf pups, an animal widely known from the popular television show "Game of Thrones." ...