Wildlife
Resist the Temptation To Feed Wild Animals
Feeding wildlife might seem like a kind thing to do, but it can have serious consequences for both you and the animals. Read more…
In Search of the Snowy Owl
A day spent searching for an elusive snowy owl is never a wasted day! Read more…
Of Bear Cubs, Restless Winters, and Research
How GPS collars are helping orphaned bear cubs and improving biologists' understanding of bears in Virginia's Piedmont region. Read more…
Get Outdoors this Winter to See Virginia’s Abundance of Winter Birds
There are plenty of birds to see in Virginia during the winter months. Read more…
Think You Found a Bear Den? Please Leave it Alone!
A few tips to avoid disturbing a bear den and what to do should a female leave her den. Read more…
Wildlife Watcher Spotlight: Meet Monica Hoel
Monica Hoel's involvement with the Virginia Master Naturalists has helped her appreciate wildlife watching. Read more…
Where Do Frogs Go in the Winter?
Frogs have evolved special behaviors and physical processes to survive winter. Read more…
All About Antlers
Fascinating facts about antlers! Read more…
Mixed News for Virginia’s Bats After 10 Years of White-Nose Syndrome
Virginia's bat populations have seen significant declines in certain species after a decade of white-nose syndrome, but other species seem stable. Read more…