To know what a tropical bird is, you first have to know where the tropics are. The tropics form a band around the equator ...

Local photographer Mark Syvertson channels his passion into capturing Ithaca’s characters, protests and natural views.

Over 500 bird species could vanish in 100 years. Protecting habitats isn't enough. Targeted recovery efforts are crucial.

In the race to save birdlife around the world, time is running out—and doing everything right still won’t be enough. Despite global conservation goals and urgent policies aimed at protecting nature, ...

Animals range in size, shape, and appearance. Some possess drab, plain-looking feathers, scales, or skin, while others sport ...

A new study predicts that climate change and habitat loss could cause more than 500 bird species to disappear in the next ...

I was barefoot and sundressed and sweeping the porch. My broom was worn and bent and flipping dusty bits of things around my ...

One resident was thrilled when a four foot long gopher snake slowly slithered across her property earlier this month.

On the menu are small plates, dumplings, noodles, and rice dishes along with teas, beer, wine, whiskies, and specialty cocktails. It opens at 8 a.m. for the more adventurous early bird eaters and ...

Red-winged blackbirds vexed me when I first started birding. Not the males. They’re easy. They have that sleek all-black ...

Okay, Miguel said. Fine, and he started to walk away. Angel, in agony, screamed: DON’T GO!