Geese with ice-covered beaks get a helping hand from humans
February 19, 2019, 3:15 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Six geese and a duck recently suffered frozen beaks at a Toronto park, but concerned humans stepped in to help.
Walking, walking, walking for climate change
August 31, 2009, 3:16 p.m. by EB Solomont
A grandmother of three walks 1,200 miles to call attention to climate change and attracts a few followers along the way.
Video: Forest chief discusses Calif. wildfires
August 31, 2009, 11:33 a.m.
Meredith Viera talks to U.S. Forest Service Chief Mike Dietrich about the massive wildfire in California that is threatening thousands of homes.
Wind turbines: Roping the wind in Texas
August 31, 2009, 7:02 a.m.
A rural town creates its own luck when it decides to embrace wind energy.
MNN week in review 8/28/2009
August 28, 2009, 6:19 p.m.
Catch up on the environmental headlines from the week of Aug. 23-29.
New energy production and nature: What will the impacts be?
August 27, 2009, 2:24 p.m. by Nature Conservancy
Scientist Rob McDonald talks about evaluating 'energy sprawl' in order to protect animals and their habitats.
Scientists draw ancient squid using its own 150 million-year-old ink
August 26, 2009, 1:51 p.m. by S.A. Rogers
Fossilized remains of squid were so well-preserved that scientists were able to draw a picture of it -- using its own ink.
Welcoming birds back to a remote Alaskan island
August 25, 2009, 11:02 a.m. by Nature Conservancy
A seabird restoration project removes invasive rats that had preyed on bird eggs and chicks, creating an opportunity for growth.
In the Green Room: Ryan Klesko hits a home run for clean air
August 25, 2009, 10:42 a.m. by Emily Murphy
Video: Chuck talks trees, carbon audits and clean air with baseball legend Ryan Klesko on his tree farm.
How does El NiƱo affect hurricanes?
August 25, 2009, 9:30 a.m. by Russell McLendon
The warmest global seawater on record is offering a feast for hurricanes this summer, but aside from Bill, the Atlantic Basin has been conspicuously quiet.
Quest for 47 species of 'extinct' birds is launched
August 24, 2009, 9:50 p.m. by Bryan Nelson
BirdLife International has launched an unprecedented search for 47 bird species which haven't been seen for up to 184 years.
New York City to celebrate national parks
August 24, 2009, 8:53 p.m. by Michael d'Estries
Week-long event will feature special events throughout the city.
Strange newt uses its own ribs as weapons
August 24, 2009, 1:53 p.m. by S.A. Rogers
Spanish ribbed newt pierces its skin with its own ribs to protect against predators.
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9 of the world's largest dog breeds
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Golf courses across U.S. step up to save monarch butterflies
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The brightest star in the night sky will go dark
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For the first time, a mammal species is extinct because of human-induced climate change
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Caretakers work around the clock to save abandoned flamingo chicks
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Geese with ice-covered beaks get a helping hand from humans
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10 of the snowiest places
Some of these cities get hundreds of inches of snow each year.
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These places always have gorgeous weather
Sunny and 80 degrees? Sign us up! These locales are the perfect escape from the cold.
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14 spectacular ice caves
Whether they're hiding beneath glaciers or inside a mountain, ice caves are strange and surreal.
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A breathtaking look at our national parks
Whether you're an armchair traveler or planning a trip, enjoy these winter wonderlands.
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10-not-too-cold destinations
Just because you're going north for the winter doesn't mean you'll get frozen.