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Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis) is one of the earliest wildflowers to bloom in spring, pushing up before the trees have fully leafed out.

Hiking at Rifle River Recreation Area in early spring feels like stepping into a world on the brink of waking up. The air still holds a...

Grey tree frogs (Hyla versicolor) are a marvel of adaptation. Their skin can shift from gray to green, allowing them to blend seamlessly wit

Also known as Shadbush or Saskatoon, this small tree thrives as an early spring bloomer in forested areas, providing vital support to...

The American robin is most abundant songbird in North America. It was named the state bird of Michigan in 1931. Some robins spend the...

Trout lilies begin to bloom in Michigan’s deciduous forests soon after the last snow melts and the sun begins to warm the soil. These...

Ramps (also known as wild leeks) are members of the allium family, which includes chives, garlic, leeks, scallions, and shallots. Ramps...

The killdeer is a familiar species across North America, thanks to its preference for open habitats and its loud calls, which give it its...

The Kirtland’s warbler is a small gray-and-yellow bird and one of the rarest songbirds in North America. It was named after Jared...

Eastern Bluebirds spend the winter in the southeastern United States and return to the upper midwest to breed in early March. Immediately...