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During the First Investigation of Stream Health (FISH) activity, one optional data field records the number of frogs and toads observed or heard. Different species are active during different months in Pennsylvania.

Forest dwelling amphibians are fascinating frogs and salamanders with complex life cycles, adaptations, and ecological roles. Their wellbeing mirrors ecosystem health.

Colonies of stinging insects can be daunting or downright dangerous. Fortunately, they can be managed with some reasonable precautions and planning ahead.

This article explains what prion diseases like chronic wasting disease (CWD), bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE), and Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) are. These fatal neurological diseases can be difficult to grasp.

Raptors are birds of prey that are often migratory species and indicators of global environmental conditions. Their identification when observed at high altitudes is the birder’s challenge.

Golden Eagles undertake a spectacular annual migration following the western ridges of the Appalachians – passing over Pennsylvania heading north in the spring and south in the autumn.

In 2022, the Philadelphia Inquirer ran an article that stated Pennsylvania has the most cases of Lyme Disease in the United States.

What is the difference between a mole, a vole, and a shrew?

Our lawn appears to have lots of damage from moles. What do moles feed on and how can we get rid of them?

A step-by-step guide to the purpose and parts of a field notebook.

Wildlife observation is an important pastime for many people and properly placed trail cameras can provide key information about which wild species are present and active.

My dog was sprayed in the face by a skunk. She smells terrible. How can I get rid of the smell?

Image gallery of wildlife commonly found in Pennsylvania backyards.

We found a bat in our house in winter. What type of a bat is it and what should we do?

This video provides an overview of aquatic plants.

This quick exercise will help you to determine the Proportional Stock Density (PSD) for your pond to help in managing the bass and bluegill population.

Several Aquatic Invasive Species of particular concern in Pennsylvania are discussed, and their identifying characteristics reviewed.

Explore local wildlife on a guided walk focused on bird and plant identification while learning about Pennsylvania’s ecology in a fun, family-friendly setting.

Help, squirrels are getting more food at my bird feeder than the birds are! I don't want to feed squirrels, what can I do?

We have a group of bats living in our attic and would like to bat proof the house, but don't want to seal bats in. What is the best time for excluding bats?

Bird feeders may help spread disease if a sick bird comes to your feeder.

We have woodpeckers making holes in our cedar siding. They pound away until they have a nice round hole or several of them. The damage is becoming considerable.

I have a hawk hanging around my feeder. Not only does he catch birds but now the other birds are avoiding my feeder. What should I do?

How to detect conjunctivitis in birds, which birds are affected, effects, and how to prevent the spread of the disease.

Several frequently asked questions regarding snakes.