Many of us can’t help but feel a twinge of sadness as we’ve observed the skies growing quieter, with fewer birds tracing their ancient flyways
Have you ever been struck by the sheer wonder of the epic journey monarch butterflies undertake each year? It’s a marvel that captures our imaginations,
Millions of birds make the journey from the Gulf of Mexico up to Canada every year. In the spring, migratory birds fly north to the
This decade has brought a number of environmental issues to the forefront of public consciousness, words like global warming, carbon footprint, and deforestation have become part of our everyday
As we cast our gaze across the expanse of the Earth, marvelling at the natural wonders she harbours, it is astonishingly easy to bypass the
Many of us have had the rather charming experience of spotting foxes as they deftly navigate our city streets. It’s a sight that is as
In 1992, Hurricane Andrew swept across southern Florida. The winds, reaching speeds up to 177 mph, ruptured a posh beachside aquarium in Biscayne Bay, Florida
Spring is the time of year that many people are getting their gardens ready for the warm summer weather and sunshine. For many of you,
Encountering a coyote ambling through your neighbourhood can be quite disconcerting. Trust us, we understand the feeling all too well, having experienced it firsthand. Intriguingly
Biodiversity can simply be defined as the variation of life at a given site or ecosystem. However, it is through this diversity that natural systems
Reindeer are popular this time of year. With the help of Rudolf, these creatures have become a quintessential feature of the Christmas holiday. Unfortunately, reindeer
What are Invasive Species? An invasive species can be defined as a non-native species that adversely affects the ecosystem, usually by out-competing native species. Over
It’s all too easy to overlook the spellbinding spectacle that graces our shores each year. Like many of us, you may have stumbled upon traces
The winter of 2008 saw a heavy decline of bat population in the Northeastern United States. Hibernating bats in caves across New York, Vermont, Connecticut,
Loss of extinct, endangered and threatened species continues to grow, there has been an underlying cause to almost every species – habitat loss. Defining Habitat Loss
While my parents were oohing and ahhing over the tranquil beauty of dozens of jellyfish drifting around Monterey Bay, I remembered that I had read
We’re all too familiar with the unsettling news of how our precious biodiversity is slipping away, teetering on the edge of catastrophe. If you’re anything
The sight of dolphins marooned on our coastlines tugs at the heartstrings, stirring a profound need to fathom why such sagacious beings are rendered so
This past November of 2013, the United Nations held climate talks in Warsaw1 as a prelude to larger U.N. climate talks scheduled to occur in Paris
Since the beginning of time, people have loved to showcase their wealth. Wealth has been represented by things that were considered hard or almost impossible
Endangered Species and Climate ChangeAlthough the debate around climate change still continues, many species around the world are being affected by warming temperatures. Some may
Many of us harbour concerns about the diminishing natural habitats and the toll it’s taking on our planet’s wellbeing. We’ve witnessed these changes ourselves, gaining
Witnessing the transformation of the Amazon’s verdant expanses into desolate tracts is a heart-wrenching spectacle that strikes a chord with us all. We deeply share
Health is arguably the most important thing in life, probably for all living creatures and ecosystems. While we as humans get caught up in our
In Barbara Kingsolver’s most recent book, Flight Behavior, the main character, Dellarobia Turnbow, happens upon what looks like a valley of trees on fire. Later she
Mekong River: Obstacles to protecting the Irrawaddy Dolphin…I am sitting in a wooden long-tail boat with Thomas, a Lao man whose white teeth contrast with
The rolling expanses of grasslands that stretch as far as the eye can see have long captivated our collective curiosity. Why do these vast open
Many of us are utterly enchanted by the sight of those noble birds of prey, with their soaring grace that seems so at odds with
Dr. Jane Goodall opened my eyes to the world of chimpanzees, as she did for many people. It was not until I read In the Shadow
Urban beekeeping is on the rise! Urban communities have started a fairly new movement—beekeeping in small plot backyards, on rooftops, in hotels, restaurants, and in small urban gardens. Honeybees are an instrumental
On January 8th, 2010, the TERRA podcast revealed a two part program titled “Angels of the Forest: Silky Sifaka Lemurs of Madagascar.” Produced by Sharon
Many of us share a concern for the dwindling numbers of wildlife and the subsequent impact on nature’s delicate equilibrium. This is particularly noticeable with
As we amble through the dappled light of our local ponds and woodlands, the once vibrant medley of frog calls seems to be dwindling into
Food sources, they have and always will be the key to human survival. In addition to agriculture, the domestication of animals was an incredibly important
It seems that the enormity and mysteriousness of the world’s oceans have led us to believe that their resources are inexhaustible. However, according to some
Since we moved to our “rural-burban” neighborhood, I’ve noticed that we’re not the only ones calling this spot home. Take our bird population: the grackles
Sharks often get a bad rap as the fearsome denizens of the deep. Like many folks, we’ve all heard those spine-tingling tales and watched the
Many of us can’t help but feel a deep sense of responsibility when we think about the melting ice caps and the dire situation facing
It perhaps should sound crazy, but killer whales, i.e.”Shamu,” became popular amusement attractions in the 1960s.1 In 2013, Gabriela Cowperthwaite’s documentary “Blackfish” exposed SeaWorld’s troubling treatment
“It’s not easy being green” for Kermit the Frog, but his color may not be the problem. Since the late 1960s, amphibians, mainly frogs, have
It seems that every time you look, another species is being added to the endangered list. Just recently, the federal government placed the beluga whales
As our cities expand and reach skywards, the intimate pathways that once guided our wild neighbours discreetly weave into memory. The urgency of this predicament
Amidst the quiet of our local green spaces, one can’t help but feel a twinge of concern; the dulcet tones of birdsong are noticeably sparse.
Jane Goodall – scientist, activist, educator, the list goes on. Her fascinating and inspiring life story is one from which we can all learn lessons
I remember in my junior year of high school in San Diego, California, my Environmental Science teacher hosted a field trip like no other –
Very literally translating to mimicking biology, biomimicry is an old idea emerging as a new sustainable method of smart design at a time where industries
Deserts present a landscape of extremes, with blistering heat by day giving way to icy chills as night falls; a true test of resilience for
Many of us carry a deep-seated concern for the well-being of our planet’s wildlife, and there’s something particularly poignant about the plight of noble species
It is no question that the variety of life on this planet is huge, but diminishing. There are over 6000 species of we may be
It’s 11am and you want a nice light meal with many different flavor options. In my native country of China, this calls for only one
This year voters were faced with a series of controversial issues on their November ballots. In particular, Californians were given the opportunity to vote on
We are all captivated by the breathtaking sights of unique creatures and verdant havens on remote isles, yet these idyllic spots are confronted with pressing
Many of us find ourselves utterly captivated by the thought of the majestic giants dwelling beneath the waves, especially when we contemplate their monumental travels
Did you know that you are more likely to be killed by a vending machine than by a shark?1 Most people think of sharks as vicious
As discussed in the previous Greeniacs article titled Endangered Species1, over 350 species across the world will likely be affected by climate change in the coming
It is a hard thing to explain and an even harder thing to imagine. The disappearance of millions of honey bees across the United States
It’s become rather apparent that the delightful hum of bees and the gentle flutter of butterflies are not as abundant in our gardens as they
Many of us have begun to notice a rather unsettling quiet in our gardens, an absence where once there was a gentle humming. It’s a
In the famous story of Alice and Wonderland, the Walrus and the Carpenter coaxed a hoard of oysters to follow their lead. The Walrus and
On October 28, 1805, explorers Lewis and Clark encountered what they named the “Beautiful Buzzard of the Columbia.”1 On February 16, 1806, they captured a
