In nature, a lot can change on a largely uninhabited Great Lakes island over the course of a century. That includes the disappearance and appearance of wildlife species.

A bill now awaiting action by Gov. Janet Mills would create a 100-foot no-disturbance protection zone around Maine's vernal pools, among other protections.

Busy roads are a death trap for migrating amphibians. New research shows rerouting them under the road is a lifesaver.

Did you know whales evolved from a land-based animal into an ocean-going mammal? To explore the evidence, we need to look at ...

One of the most enchanting features of Macedonia Brook State Park is, unsurprisingly, Macedonia Brook itself. This waterway cuts through the park, creating peaceful pools and gentle rapids that serve ...

The Redcar Kite Festival, now in its second year, is one of the biggest in the country and features spectacular displays.

It is damp and drippy as I write. I’ve returned from a walk in the woods where the only news and conversations were between ...

I stayed in bed for a few extra minutes to listen to the rain on the roof. I’m enchanted by quiet sounds — the tinkling of an ice ...