Wildlife
Learn more about your favorite Chesaepake Bay wildlife.
The greatest wildlife comeback you've never seen
November 24, 2020Saved from near extinction, wild turkeys are now guarded by vigilant wildlife managers
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To save the American chestnut, scientists turn to genetic engineering
November 2, 2020The iconic tree species, once almost wiped out, has a long revival story
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Walking through old-growth forest in Pennsylvania
October 22, 2020Alan Seeger Natural Area escaped clear-cutting, but threats remain
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Showing love for Maryland’s favorite reptile
October 21, 2020The diamondback terrapin calls the state’s brackish water and wetlands home
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Hunting an insidious disease that preys on bats
October 2, 2020The northern long-eared bat is one of many native to the Chesapeake that suffers from the deadly white-nose syndrome
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A key bee at Chesapeake orchards
September 1, 2020The mason bee is a productive pollinator for all types of native fruits
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Clues of a growing blue crab
August 19, 2020How to tell when blue crabs shed their shells
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Pennsylvania makes strides to protect its pollinators
August 6, 2020Protecting pollinators through science, landscape design and public engagement
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Meet a small but tough native fish of the Chesapeake Bay
August 3, 2020The white catfish is the smallest catfish in North America
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Moths pick up the night shift
July 21, 2020The fascinating features and critical role of these nocturnal insects
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