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Climate change seems like a critical threat to spiders. But researchers are hampered by a lack of basic information.
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Seemingly Headed for Extinction in 2020, Western Monarchs Boom Back in 2021
December 8, 2021 •
In 2020, less than 2,000 monarchs were counted at overwintering sites in California. Scientists weren’t sure if they’d come back. This year’s count shows that they did, and in a big way.
How Birds Help Keep the Pajaro River Levees Safe Without Poison
December 6, 2021 •
Rodents can weaken critical river levees. Instead of poisoning them, leading to ripple effects up the food chain, levee managers on the Pajaro River are encouraging raptors to patrol the area.
Beavers Can Help California’s Environment, But State Policy Doesn’t Help Them
November 11, 2021 •
Scientific opinion of beavers has changed over the years, but when it comes to conflict, there’s still not many options.
How to Safely Recreate on Burned Land
November 10, 2021 •
With millions of acres burned in the last two years, it’s likely you’ll pass through a burned area.
Learning to Love Dandelions
November 4, 2021 •
It’s the epitome of the unwanted weed — but there are reasons to choose to want dandelions.
Campanile Peregrine Grinnell Suffers an Injury, and Falcon Fans Around the World Watch to See What Happens Next
November 4, 2021 •
Peregrine falcons are relatable, personable and cute, yet their lives are surprising and sometimes tragic.
Sixty-Four Artists Took Pieces of a Fallen Valley Oak and Turned it Into This Exhibition
October 28, 2021 •
“If a Tree Falls: Art of the Boundary Oak” opens Saturday, October 30 at the Bedford Gallery in Walnut Creek.
It Looks Like Halloween
October 28, 2021 •
Seven Bay Area creatures with Halloween appeal.
Why October Rain Matters
October 19, 2021 •
Major October rain is in the forecast for the first time in five years. As they say in sports, sometimes it’s better to be lucky than good.