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Helping wildlife after Tropical Storm Helene

Western North Carolina’s lush forests and crystal-clear streams are home to some amazing animals. Then Tropical Storm Helene ...

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Praying Mantises: Nature’s tiny, weird superheroes

Watching a praying mantis turn its head to look at me is fascinating yet a little unnerving since ...

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Fun facts about the amazing flying squirrel

Did you know that Western North Carolina is home to some of nature’s most incredible acrobats? They’re not ...

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Bobcats: Exploring the mysterious role of these wild cats

Have you ever spotted a wild cat in our Western North Carolina forests? If you’re lucky, you might ...

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Frog Power: Green guardians of the local ecosystem

If you’ve ever explored the beautiful mountains and forests of Western North Carolina, you’ve likely heard the cheerful ...

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Vultures: Why should we love them?

The often misunderstood vulture needs some love.  Vultures are often described as ugly or even alien-looking, and, yes, ...

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Nature’s Tiny Marvels: The Enchanting World of Hummingbirds

One of spring’s greatest joyful moments is the arrival of our hummingbirds. Our ruby-throated hummingbirds, the main species ...

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Shell-ebrating Turtles: Learning all about these awesome reptiles

I love turtles. And I’m in good company. Lots of folks love them. Box turtles, sliders, snapping turtles, ...

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Moths: Nature’s quiet wonders

I never thought of moths as pollinators until recently. Their cousins, the butterfly, get a lot more attention. ...

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There’s a lot to love about snakes

Snakes need some love. Often misunderstood and great for our environment, snakes sometimes get a bad rap.  Do ...

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