The monarch butterfly, known for its bright orange patterned wings, is in the middle of its migration from the northern U.S.

“They need six weeks of cold, moist stratification. What I usually do is make a paper towel sandwich with seeds in the middle ...

The main factor that determines a butterfly is its clubbed antennae. Unlike those of moths, butterfly antennae consist of a ...

The first large group of monarch butterflies in 2025 has landed in Oklahoma, an important stop along the so-called "central flyway" that funnels millions of migrating butterflies through the state ...

'In the fall, when temperatures are cool, the best action to take is to prune back birch limbs, especially those showing ...

Wisconsin hides its treasures in plain sight, and Big Foot Beach State Park in Lake Geneva might be the crown jewel that even longtime residents haven’t discovered yet.

EQUINUNK, PA — It’s 7:30 a.m., and I’m standing at the top of a 30-foot waterslide, barefoot, in a swimsuit, wondering why I agreed to this. Below me: a wind-rippled lake. Behind me: a line of ...

In early fall, the butterflies assemble by the dozens or hundreds on the South Shore before a journey of several weeks to ...

Making friends as an adult isn’t always easy, but a Midwest-based friendship educator has revealed her top tips for meeting people and building relationships in your 30s. Mary, who shares advice on ...

Going meat-free for just a few weeks can trigger surprising changes, from gut bacteria shifts to lower cholesterol. But the key to reaping the benefits isn’t just what you cut out—it’s what you add in ...

A class-action lawsuit, spurred by an investigative series in The Times, came to a close, having helped thousands of mentally ill residents of adult homes. By Clifford J. Levy Clifford J. Levy was ...

We asked scientists from the Dog Aging Project for practical tips to improve your dog’s lifespan—from what to feed them to exactly how often they need a walk. Dog owners take their pets for a swim at ...