The discovery of a new species in the Andean cloud forests of northern Peru has reinforced the vital role of citizen science ...

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In this week's Gardening Update, Carol talks about some of the colorful transition plants that can go from inside to outside ...

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Local Botanizing in the Arcata Community Forest By Jess Carey Graphic by Jess Carey One of the first flowers of the season is beginning to bloom in the redwood forest. Graze your eyes across the ...

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