The Prickly Porcupine
Exquisitely adapted to a life high above the forest floor.
Visiting the Preserves
Photos and stories about exploring our public nature preserves, including our feature series, A Closer Look at Plants and Animals.
Masting: Survival of the Seediest
Masting has dramatic effects that ripple through forest ecosystems.
The Elusive Spotted Salamander
A secretive denizen of eastern U.S. and southern Canadian woodlands.
Forest Ephemera: Vernal Pools
Their role in the landscape is larger than one would expect.
Spring Wildflowers and Myrmecochory
Many spring flowers depend on ant colonies to spread their seeds.
Damsels and Dragons
Damselflies are smaller than dragonflies and rest with wings folded back.
Keeping Bald Eagles in Sight
Identifying and protecting key habitats is essential for future population success.
Saw-Whet Owls Sound Off
Active only at night, these pint-sized mousers are normally silent.
Lounging Lizards of the Finger Lakes
Coal skinks are one of New York State’s four lizards.
Norway Maple and Ailanthus
These trees are widely naturalized, but they’re exotics.
