You may notice it first beneath the bird feeder rather than on it. A small gray bird hops through the...

Many people take down their bird feeders when fall arrives because they worry birds won't migrate. But that's usually unnecessary. Here's when to keep feeding—and the few times your feeders really should come down.

You don’t need a wildlife refuge, expensive binoculars, or even a particularly impressive backyard to contribute to bird science this...

A salmon run can turn an ordinary river into a wildlife spectacle. Fish gather at the mouth, push upstream against...

Stretchy fake spiderwebs are an easy way to give your porch a spooky look, but birds and other wildlife can...

The silvery strands drifting across your yard may be carrying some of autumn’s smallest travelers. Have you ever walked through...

When do mosquitoes finally disappear for the year? Temperatures around 50°F dramatically slow mosquito activity, while freezing weather kills many exposed adults. But some mosquitoes have surprisingly clever ways of surviving winter.

Spotted lanternflies have spread rapidly across the United States—but where did they come from, how did they get here, and can we stop them? Here’s what you need to know about their spread, their eggs, and what homeowners can do to help.

Dragonfly migration peaks in September across much of North America. Learn why dragonflies migrate, where they go, how far they travel, and when to watch for them.

Yellowjacket colonies reach peak size as summer winds down, sending hundreds—or even thousands—of hungry workers in search of fruit, garbage and outdoor meals. Here is why they become so noticeable and how to protect your next cookout.