Scientists Discover a New Coral Species Off San Francisco, and There Might be More
As technology and seafloor maps improve, a new picture of California's undersea life emerges
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Where Do Morel Mushrooms Grow in Northern California?
They're one of the most sought-after edible mushrooms in the world. At least 10 species live in the Bay Area.
How to See Insects
Fascinating creatures, miniature works of art, critical links in the web of life -- bugs are so much more than pests.
The Importance of Having Insects
A number of sensational new papers warn of a global insect die-off. Has the apocalypse arrived in Northern California?
Indigenous Educators Fight for an Accurate History of California
This story was originally published at High Country News (hcn.org) on April 19, 2019 Gregg Castro first roamed the Santa Lucia Mountains at the age of 8, going out with...
How Long Do Baby Hummingbirds Stay in a Nest?
How long do hummingbird parents take care of their young?
What Does Trampling Do to Wildflowers?
How much damage does trampling do to wildflowers? No other state is as iconic for its flora as California, so it’s no surprise that thousands of Californians have flocked to...
Sea Creatures Store Carbon in the Ocean – Could Protecting Them Help Slow Climate Change?
So far no policy has been created to protect carbon storage in the ocean, which is Earth’s largest carbon sink and a central element of our planet’s climate cycle.
How to Meet a Flower
Looking to learn more about wildflowers this spring? Consider introducing yourself first, José González writes.
Caught on Camera: The Presidio’s Coyotes When People Aren’t Around
Most coyotes won’t stay within the Presidio’s relatively safe confines.
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