Author: James Kavanagh

The state fish -- the channel catfish -- is one of thousands of species of animals inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found throughout the Show Me S...

The state mammal -- the moose -- is one of thousands of species of animals inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found thoughout Maine. This beautifull...

One of the world's premier wilderness areas, Glacier Bay is known for its large, contiguous, intact ecosystems, still dominated by natural processe...

Denver is the permanent or migratory home of over 300 species of birds. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 familiar and unique ...

Spawned from powerful thunderstorms, tornadoes can cause fatalities and devastate a neighborhood in seconds. With more than 1,200 tornadoes strikin...

Floods are among the most costly and frequently occurring natural disasters. They strike virtually all areas of the country and can occur at any ti...

Extreme cold is the most deadly natural disaster, killing hundreds each year. The National Weather Service refers to winter storms as the Deceptive...

Every year across our Nation, people lose their homes due to wildfires that often begin unnoticed. These fires are usually triggered by lightning o...

The spectacular scarlet tanager is one of over 250 species of birds found in this region. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights over 140 fa...

The longest continuous mountain chain in the U.S., the Sierra Nevada mountains are one of the most diverse coniferous forests on Earth. The world's...

An 840-acre natural oasis in a concrete jungle, New York's Central Park home is a magnet for wildlife, including over 200 species of birds. This be...

The jewels of the bird world, hummingbirds are one of America's most popular bird species. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights the males ...

Iowa has seven national wildlife refuges and one wetland management district totaling 110,000 acres. This beautifully illustrated guide highlights ...

The state mammals -- the red fox and white-tailed deer -- are two of the thousands of species of animals inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found th...

The state mammal -- the desert bighorn sheep -- is one of thousands of species of animals inhabiting the diverse ecosystems found throughout the Si...

It may be the smallest state in the nation, but Rhode Island's habitats support thousands of species of animals and invertebrates. Rhode Island Wil...

From the Black Hills and Badlands to the Northern Plains, South Dakota is rich in native wildlife. The state mammal -- the coyote -- is one of thou...

The diverse flora of the Great Smoky Mountains make it a magnet for wildlife. The area is home to over 240 species of birds and 50 species of mamma...

Wyoming's diverse landscape ranges from sagebrush basins to alpine meadows and harbors a vast diversity of wildlife. Wyoming Wildlife is a beautifu...

Chesapeake Bay supports more than 3,600 species of plants, fish and animals, including 348 species of fin fish and 173 species of shellfish. The fa...