Mammals are not especially diverse. Roughly 6,800 mammal species are known to exist, compared with about 8,800 species of amphibian, 11,000 species of bird and 12,500 of reptile. Yet when most people ...

When you start daydreaming about spring break, your mind probably jumps to beaches, palm trees and somewhere with a frozen ...

Upended weather patterns this winter season are leading to yet another environmental impact during this lower snowpack year with more windfallen live trees than usual, according to tree experts.

For decades, scientists have relied on tree rings to estimate how long trees can live. But new research suggests that this widely used method may have been underestimating the lifespan of many ...

Research shows that a phenomenon called St. Elmo’s Fire, which occurs during thunderstorms, may be much more common than ...

Expectations for corporate events shift over time. Twin Cities-based event planners and hosts share out-of-the-box ideas to ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. The electrical energy generated by thunderstorms can make our hair stand up, and even create ...

National Arbor Day isn't observed until April 24, but it was recognized in Georgia this year on Feb. 20. Athens looks to recognize both Arbor Day and Black History Month with an event on Saturday. The ...

A popular annual immersive light and sound installation in Jersey will be ticketed for the first time to ensure it remains safe for visitors, organisers have said. Dreaming Trees transforms Howard ...

GREER, S.C. (WSPA) — The City of Greer is partnering with TreesUpstate and Duke Energy to host a free tree giveaway Friday afternoon at H.R. Turner Park. The event runs from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The City of Columbia and Columbia Green are partnering with Columbia College to host a free educational event for the Beat the Heat—Plant a Tree initiative on Saturday, Feb. 21 at ...

Properly caring for trees fosters healthy and resilient communities. Tree care isn't always led just by certified arborists, so Illinois Extension is ensuring that everyone has access to ...