City Nature Challenge: April 28th to May 1st, 2023

Spend time in nature and become a citizen scientist this weekend – April 28 to May 1, 2023!

Wildlife Corridors and Crossings

For centuries, urban development has created literal barriers to important ecosystems and segmented habitats for wildlife. This is particularly true since the start of the automotive industry and the creation of a large network of roads and highways, a trend that's...

5 Fun Facts About Bees!

I’m sure I’m not the only one with a mild fear of bees. I’ve been stung many times before and it’s not a particularly pleasant feeling to say the least. But over the years, I’ve definitely gained a new appreciation for these insects and wanted to share some fun facts...

Endangered Species Day.

Today is Endangered Species Day, a day dedicated to bringing attention to the fact that all over the world, there are numerous vulnerable or endangered species desperately trying to survive. Animals like giraffes, rhinos, and polar bears are all endangered or...

What Is Wildlife Conservation And Why Is It Important?

Wildlife conservation is a vital field that works to protect flora and fauna species and their habitats around the world from climate change effects and human encroachment. The last 200 years has seen a drastic rise in the human population, in addition to the...

Wildlife of the Pacific Northwest

One of the reasons I wanted to start this project was to learn about the wildlife of the Pacific Northwest. We share this region with a plethora of wild animals, animals that rely on the same ecosystem we do and are significantly affected by human action and...

Pinnipeds of the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is lucky enough to be home to a truly wide array of animals and one such group is the pinniped. These aquatic animals are primarily marine mammals like seals, sea lions, fur seals, and walruses. In the Salish Sea, we're lucky enough to have...

Fat Bear Week 2023

Fat Bear Week is officially here! Starting today, October 4th, 2023, you can vote for your favorite fat bear in this single-elimination tournament of 12 bears. This is the 9th year of the competition, with the first being a one-day contest in 2014: Fat Bear Tuesday....

The Western Pond Turtle

On a sunny day a few months ago, I was walking with a dog around Bellingham’s Lake Padden. That park is a great place to take dogs and I’ve so often I grew up swimming during the summer breaks between the school years, even swan across the lake a couple of times....

Salmon of the Pacific Northwest

Salmon are an incredibly important part of the Pacific Northwest. These fish are vital to our ecosystems and in the food chain; in addition, they play a significant role in our economy and have played a big role in indigenous cultures for generations. In Washington...
A New Climate Anthem From An Unlikey Trio

A New Climate Anthem From An Unlikey Trio

Yo-Yo Ma releasing a single with a drag queen and an indigenous artist about the melting of an Alaska glacier was definitely not something I had on my 2023 bingo card. But along with indigenous and trans musician Quinn Christopherson, the cellist collaborated with...

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Behind the Breed: Sealyham Terrier

Behind the Breed: Sealyham Terrier

The Sealyham Terrier is a rare small terrier breed with origins in Wales as a working dog that hunted rats, otters, foxes, and badgers. Today, Sealyhams are rare but at one point, they were popular and adaptable terriers that had fans in the British Monarchy and...

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How To Make A Difference

How To Make A Difference

With everything going on right now, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, angry, sad, defeated, and so much more, even if you aren’t directly affected by the tragedies and atrocities currently happening. But everyone can still do something to make this world a...

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Fat Bear Week 2023

Fat Bear Week 2023

Fat Bear Week is officially here! Starting today, October 4th, 2023, you can vote for your favorite fat bear in this single-elimination tournament of 12 bears. This is the 9th year of the competition, with the first being a one-day contest in 2014: Fat Bear Tuesday....

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Behind the Breed: Jindos

Behind the Breed: Jindos

The Jindo is a relatively rare spitz breed with a long history in South Korea and wonderful but often stubborn temperament. These dogs typically stand 17-25 inches tall at the shoulder and weigh 30-50 pounds when full grown, making them medium sized dogs. They have a...

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The Oceans and Seas of the World

The Oceans and Seas of the World

Up until recently, most countries and organizations only recognized four ocean basins. While there is really only one global ocean that covers 71% of the earth, there are now five distinct regions and the boundaries between them have changed over human history....

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Speak For The Trees.

Speak For The Trees.

The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most magical forests and trees, like the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia. These forests are absolutely vital for our region and for the survival of many species. But thanks to logging, wildfires, and development,...

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Only YOU Can Prevent Wildfires: Campfire Safety

Only YOU Can Prevent Wildfires: Campfire Safety

“Only YOU Can Prevent Wildfires.” This iconic slogan has been a part of Smokey The Bear’s campaign for decades now. With more than 80% of wildfires in the United States started by humane carelessness, this long-running public service campaign is more important than...

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Behind the Breed: Belgian Malinois

Behind the Breed: Belgian Malinois

As one of the four Belgian herding breeds, the Belgian Malinois is a large breed with an energetic and sometimes intense personality. They were named after the city of Malines, where they were initially developed, and have been around since the 19th century. It wasn’t...

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