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Monarch Mimickers

It’s easy to mistake other orange species for the king of fall butterflies.

The Light Fantastic

Fireflies are struggling with the effects of artificial light.

Not Just for the Birds

The New Normal

Where has all my backyard wildlife gone?

Cold Call

Researchers are gauging the health of Blue Ridge bats in winter.

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Vibrant Monarch butterfly clings to its translucent dew covered cocoon

Monarch Mimickers

It’s easy to mistake other orange species for the king of fall butterflies.
Synchronous Fireflies

The Light Fantastic

Fireflies are struggling with the effects of artificial light.
A yellow and black Hooded Warbler perched on a mossy log with tiny purple Violet flowers growing with a smooth green background.

Not Just for the Birds

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The New Normal

Where has all my backyard wildlife gone?
University of Georgia doctoral student Santiago Perea deploys an acoustic bat detector in a forest research area.

Cold Call

Researchers are gauging the health of Blue Ridge bats in winter.
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Coyote (Canis latrans) wandering out from the forest into the loop road on a summer late morning.
Country Roads

Critters Crossing! 

States across the Blue Ridge are investing in wildlife crossings to protect animals and improve roadway safety.

September 1, 2026

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