Notes from the field
Short essays on the wildlife of everyday places — how to notice it, why it matters, and how to help.
May 2026
Why your neighborhood hosts more species than you think
Even a city block usually harbors 40+ species of vertebrates and hundreds of invertebrates. Here's how to notice them.
June 2026
Seasonal species to look for this month
A short guide to the birds, mammals and pollinators that peak in early summer across the northern hemisphere.
June 2026
How to log a sighting that actually helps science
Not every observation is equal. A few small habits make your sightings genuinely useful for conservation research.