Black Bears Are Majestic but Playful
The American black bear is an iconic animal. While they are often portrayed as ferocious, black bears are rarely aggressive.
Animals and Nature
If You Were a Bear, What Bear Would You Be?
Take our quiz to discover your true bear identity.
8 Awesome Animals That Got Their Own Statue
Whether fearless or funny, animals throughout history have inspired statues and memorials. Here are some animal monuments still standing today.
Clever Curious Corvids: Learn About This Family of Brainy Birds
Crows, ravens, magpies, nutcrackers and jays — these songbirds are all corvids.
How to Get Started Birdwatching
Birdwatching can be a fun pastime. All you need are binoculars and a bird guide to start.
Cicadas: Making Summer Magical
The cicada's rhythmic, ear-splitting sound is a sure sign of summer.
Bobcats Are the Cats in Camo
These magnificent mammals are superb at hiding and stalking.
Watch Out, Bug! These Plants Are Hungry
We don’t usually think of plants as predators, but some plants do eat insects and other small creatures. Since they can’t chase prey, these carnivorous (meat-eating)
Discover the Cool, Unusual Horned Lizard
What's that strange-looking creature? It's a horned lizard, one of the most unusual reptiles in the U.S.
It’s Flight Time! Get Ready for the Incredible Spring Bird Migration
Spring means it is time for the arrival of billions of birds from Mexico, Central America and South America.
Catching Air with Flying Squirrels
The Nature Crew takes a look at the amazing flying squirrel.
Scouts Get an Up-Close Look at Animals at These Fun Outings
Go Scouting on the wild side with these awesome animal-focused activities.
Take a Look at 6 of Nature’s Rarest Events
From stinky flowers to rocks that seem to move themselves, count yourself lucky if you see these natural wonders.
Watch Out for These 5 Stinging Caterpillars
Some tiny caterpillars can sting. Learn how to identify them and what to do if you get stung.
Tasty Treat or Fatal Fruit? Here Are 5 Dangerous Wild Berries To Avoid
Never eat wild plants unless you know for sure what they are and how your body reacts to them.
Skunks Stink But They’re Also Fascinating
When you think "skunk," you probably think "stink." But skunks are usually sweet-natured and helpful.
Here Are 10 of the Best Places Around the U.S. to See Bats
Bat "emergences" are spectacular shows that can last for hours. Here are a few of the best bat-watching sites.
7 Crazy Animal Encounters in the World of Sports
Animals are cool. Sports are cool, too. But not at the same time! Check out these uninvited critters in the sports world.
Dragonflies Are Incredibly Agile Fliers and Amazing Hunters
Keen eyesight, powerful wings and strong spiny legs help dragonflies grab and hold onto prey which they almost always capture in flight.
One of the BSA’s Rarest Awards Goes to the Scouts Who Make the Biggest Impact
The Distinguished Conservation Service Awards recognize Scouts and adults who have produced long-standing, significant impacts on the environment.
Fun Facts About a Critter You Otter Get to Know!
Do you enjoy swimming, fishing or sliding? Those are some favorite pastimes for otters, too.
How to Make a First-Aid Kit for Your Dog
Being prepared with the right first-aid supplies could save your pup's life in an emergency.
Gear up Your Pup! Make Hiking With Your Dog Safer With These Gadgets
Itching to take your pup on a hike? Then be sure to get the right dog gear.
5 Animals With the Weirdest Tongues
Although tongues are important and useful, let’s admit it: They are a little weird. Here are some of the weirdest animal tongues out there.
How to Make a Monarch Butterfly Habitat
To help out these beautiful monarch butterflies, you can build this protective habitat.
Go on a Virtual Safari to See Wild Animals
Even if you can't travel to Africa or visit a world-famous zoo, you can still watch live webcams to see wild animals in action.
Ouch! 10 Animals With Incredibly Strong Bites
You definitely want to avoid a crocodile's bite. Its bite strength is 3,700 pounds per square inch. An average adult human's is only 150 PSI.
10 Fast Facts About Platypuses
The platypus is one of nature's most interesting animals. It has body like an otter, a bill like a duck, and a tail like a beaver.
The Truth About 5 of North America’s Most Misunderstood Animals
From "friendly bison" to the "big bad wolf," these myths about North American wildlife just won't go away.
Meet the 7 Species of Sea Turtles
Sea turtles are some of the most ancient and fascinating creatures around, their oldest ancestor having shared Earth with dinosaurs 120 million years ago. Today, seven
Can You Name These Official State Animals?
Each state has an official state animal. Some have more than one. Can you match these creatures to their state?
7 Animal Myths That Everyone Thinks Are True
Fact or fiction? True or false? It's time to debunk some of the most popular myths from the animal kingdom.
How to Build a Bat House
This simple one-chamber roost will give those beneficial bug-eaters a much-needed boost! Here's how to build a bat house.
Can You Identify These 5 Animal Eyes?
Let's test how closely you've observed animals in this challenge to select what their eyes look like!
Spotted an Animal in the Wild? Add It to Our Wildlife Photo Gallery
Have you taken a photo of a wild animal in its natural habitat? Check out these wildlife photos and then send us your wild animal photos.
Can You Name These Birds?
If you're into birding or just know a lot about birds, we have a challenge for you!
Can You Identify This Animal Poop?
Droppings can tell you which animals have been in the area. Can you identify the scat in these photos?
Photo Gallery of Extinct and Endangered Animals
Here's a list of a few extinct animals, endangered species and some that might still make it back from the brink.
Can You Spot 30 Hidden Animals in These Photos?
Some animals have amazing natural camouflage. Can you find where they're hiding?
Wild Animals Invading America’s Cities
Animals that once lived only in the wilderness are wandering into towns in growing numbers.
9 Amazing Animal Architects
Some animals are natural artistic engineers.
Let it glow: A look at naturally glowing plants and animals
Bioluminescence is a wild light show in nature. Check out these naturally glowing plants and animals.
Shawn Heflick’s favorite snakes
In this video, biologist Shawn Heflick tells us about the anaconda, one of his favorite snakes.
Check Out These Cool-Looking Undersea Creatures
Steven Haddock has studied his share of unusual and mysterious organisms. Take a look at some of them in this video.