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DEC is closely monitoring the weather forecast for this weekend, which shows the potential for trapping colder air and pollution closer to the surface.
Map below shows AQI forecast for Saturday, December 6th.
Map below shows AQI forecast for Saturday, December 6th.
December 5, 2025 at 8:52 PM
DEC is closely monitoring the weather forecast for this weekend, which shows the potential for trapping colder air and pollution closer to the surface.
Map below shows AQI forecast for Saturday, December 6th.
Map below shows AQI forecast for Saturday, December 6th.
Your support enables us to understand the wildlife in neighborhood parks and the timing of tree life cycles, as well as collaborating on other nature-based programs in the city. Please give what you can now. Thank you. 🫶🏾 Scan the QR code or comment "Give" to receive the donation link. #GivingTuesday
December 2, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Your support enables us to understand the wildlife in neighborhood parks and the timing of tree life cycles, as well as collaborating on other nature-based programs in the city. Please give what you can now. Thank you. 🫶🏾 Scan the QR code or comment "Give" to receive the donation link. #GivingTuesday
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Our penguins want YOU to support the Academy this #GivingTuesday!
Your donations directly support our 60,000+ Aquarium residents, groundbreaking biodiversity research, and our work demystifying science for millions—at a time when scientific inquiry & cultural institutions need it most.
Your donations directly support our 60,000+ Aquarium residents, groundbreaking biodiversity research, and our work demystifying science for millions—at a time when scientific inquiry & cultural institutions need it most.
December 2, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Our penguins want YOU to support the Academy this #GivingTuesday!
Your donations directly support our 60,000+ Aquarium residents, groundbreaking biodiversity research, and our work demystifying science for millions—at a time when scientific inquiry & cultural institutions need it most.
Your donations directly support our 60,000+ Aquarium residents, groundbreaking biodiversity research, and our work demystifying science for millions—at a time when scientific inquiry & cultural institutions need it most.
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This Giving Tuesday, you hold the power to protect and restore nature. Your gift supports conservation in 80+ countries, fuels 1,000 scientists and safeguards 125M acres. Be part of the change: https://nature.ly/48nAcGg
December 2, 2025 at 6:15 PM
This Giving Tuesday, you hold the power to protect and restore nature. Your gift supports conservation in 80+ countries, fuels 1,000 scientists and safeguards 125M acres. Be part of the change: https://nature.ly/48nAcGg
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BREAKING NEWS: California sea stars WANT you to photograph them, actually!
In our December cover story, we dive into Solstice Sea Star Search, a monthlong quest to document California’s sea stars.
In our December cover story, we dive into Solstice Sea Star Search, a monthlong quest to document California’s sea stars.
November 24, 2025 at 6:03 PM
BREAKING NEWS: California sea stars WANT you to photograph them, actually!
In our December cover story, we dive into Solstice Sea Star Search, a monthlong quest to document California’s sea stars.
In our December cover story, we dive into Solstice Sea Star Search, a monthlong quest to document California’s sea stars.
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Dubbed “The Hole” because it sits below the other land that surrounds it, the neighborhood is slated for resiliency upgrades, a rezoning and more housing. Take a tour of the area being eyed for transformation, via @patrickspauster.com: citylimits.org/housing-in-t...
November 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Dubbed “The Hole” because it sits below the other land that surrounds it, the neighborhood is slated for resiliency upgrades, a rezoning and more housing. Take a tour of the area being eyed for transformation, via @patrickspauster.com: citylimits.org/housing-in-t...
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Terrific new paper by @jessicalwarelab.bsky.social and others on dragonfly wings, in particular the hydrocarbons which act in multiple ways - structurally, pheromonally and in terms of water resistance. Wish I were still teaching, I'd use this as a great example. of multiple adaptations.
The secrets of the extreme durability of odonata wings
Abstract. Essential properties considered in the design, fabrication, and application of contemporary bio/nanomaterials have been modeled on adaptations of
academic.oup.com
November 24, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Terrific new paper by @jessicalwarelab.bsky.social and others on dragonfly wings, in particular the hydrocarbons which act in multiple ways - structurally, pheromonally and in terms of water resistance. Wish I were still teaching, I'd use this as a great example. of multiple adaptations.
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100 years ago, WCS scientist Marie Fish (left) confirmed for the first time that American eels begin their lives in the Sargasso Sea.
At #CITESCOP20, writes WCS’s Jake LaBelle, it’s up to all of us to ensure their journey continues.
🌎 www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/...
At #CITESCOP20, writes WCS’s Jake LaBelle, it’s up to all of us to ensure their journey continues.
🌎 www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/...
November 24, 2025 at 8:24 PM
100 years ago, WCS scientist Marie Fish (left) confirmed for the first time that American eels begin their lives in the Sargasso Sea.
At #CITESCOP20, writes WCS’s Jake LaBelle, it’s up to all of us to ensure their journey continues.
🌎 www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/...
At #CITESCOP20, writes WCS’s Jake LaBelle, it’s up to all of us to ensure their journey continues.
🌎 www.pbs.org/wnet/nature/...
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Visit the white sand beaches in the #VirginIslands ⏬
Bird spotlight: Bananaquit 🐦
Flower spotlight: Tecoma stans 🏵️
Did you know we partner with organizations in all 52 states and territories?
YOU have a NWF affiliate near you🔗 https://ow.ly/HEH050Wh6te
📷🐦 | Dominic Sherony
📷 🏵️| Kim Starr
Bird spotlight: Bananaquit 🐦
Flower spotlight: Tecoma stans 🏵️
Did you know we partner with organizations in all 52 states and territories?
YOU have a NWF affiliate near you🔗 https://ow.ly/HEH050Wh6te
📷🐦 | Dominic Sherony
📷 🏵️| Kim Starr
November 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Visit the white sand beaches in the #VirginIslands ⏬
Bird spotlight: Bananaquit 🐦
Flower spotlight: Tecoma stans 🏵️
Did you know we partner with organizations in all 52 states and territories?
YOU have a NWF affiliate near you🔗 https://ow.ly/HEH050Wh6te
📷🐦 | Dominic Sherony
📷 🏵️| Kim Starr
Bird spotlight: Bananaquit 🐦
Flower spotlight: Tecoma stans 🏵️
Did you know we partner with organizations in all 52 states and territories?
YOU have a NWF affiliate near you🔗 https://ow.ly/HEH050Wh6te
📷🐦 | Dominic Sherony
📷 🏵️| Kim Starr
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🦇 Are you a gaming and bat enthusiast? Are you looking for ways to help bats? Why not raise funds for bat conservation while you game? You can easily link your Twitch account with Give as you Live to raise money for bats.
More info here:
More info here:
Gaming for bats - Fundraise for bats - Bat Conservation Trust
Are you a gaming and bat enthusiast? Are you looking for ways to help bats? Why not raise funds for bat conservation while you game?Charity gaming event...
www.bats.org.uk
November 23, 2025 at 3:12 PM
🦇 Are you a gaming and bat enthusiast? Are you looking for ways to help bats? Why not raise funds for bat conservation while you game? You can easily link your Twitch account with Give as you Live to raise money for bats.
More info here:
More info here:
American Witchhazel fall-colored leaves joined by crinkly-petalled flowers. #AutumnFlowers #phenology
November 19, 2025 at 1:25 AM
American Witchhazel fall-colored leaves joined by crinkly-petalled flowers. #AutumnFlowers #phenology
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Hart Island has served as a public burial ground in NYC for over a century.
Yesterday, the Council passed Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala's bill requiring a study on its future capacity to ensure dignity, transparency, and long-term planning for public burials in New York City.
Yesterday, the Council passed Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala's bill requiring a study on its future capacity to ensure dignity, transparency, and long-term planning for public burials in New York City.
November 13, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Hart Island has served as a public burial ground in NYC for over a century.
Yesterday, the Council passed Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala's bill requiring a study on its future capacity to ensure dignity, transparency, and long-term planning for public burials in New York City.
Yesterday, the Council passed Deputy Speaker Diana Ayala's bill requiring a study on its future capacity to ensure dignity, transparency, and long-term planning for public burials in New York City.
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Today, the Committee on Finance held a hearing to review a package of bills that would transform the City’s tax lien sale, shifting towards a City-established land bank that prioritizes community needs, avoids unnecessary displacement of homeowners, and more.
November 13, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Today, the Committee on Finance held a hearing to review a package of bills that would transform the City’s tax lien sale, shifting towards a City-established land bank that prioritizes community needs, avoids unnecessary displacement of homeowners, and more.
Join us to learn about tree adaptations to seasonal change and how trees respond to site conditions. This outdoor outing will be led by arborist Christopher Bivens on Saturday, November 15, 11 a.m. Free but RSVP required >> tiny.cc/ArbTourFA25WSP.
November 13, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Join us to learn about tree adaptations to seasonal change and how trees respond to site conditions. This outdoor outing will be led by arborist Christopher Bivens on Saturday, November 15, 11 a.m. Free but RSVP required >> tiny.cc/ArbTourFA25WSP.
COMING SOON: Our convo w Bryony Angell + Wenfei Tong, PhD re: bird behavior, people's perspectives of other animals, & lessons from birds, esp. about courtship and relationships. While you wait for the Your Bird Story pod episode on Nov 13th, read BIRD LOVE (pub: @princetonupress.bsky.social).
November 4, 2025 at 8:23 PM
COMING SOON: Our convo w Bryony Angell + Wenfei Tong, PhD re: bird behavior, people's perspectives of other animals, & lessons from birds, esp. about courtship and relationships. While you wait for the Your Bird Story pod episode on Nov 13th, read BIRD LOVE (pub: @princetonupress.bsky.social).
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In memory of Dr. Jane Goodall, we're releasing a special podcast episode today. Ira Flatow shares his memories of the renowned primatologist, including a 2002 interview in which they discussed her groundbreaking discoveries and hopes for a better future.
Remembering Primatologist Jane Goodall
Trailblazing chimp researcher and conservationist Jane Goodall died on October 1 at 91.
www.sciencefriday.com
October 2, 2025 at 4:46 PM
In memory of Dr. Jane Goodall, we're releasing a special podcast episode today. Ira Flatow shares his memories of the renowned primatologist, including a 2002 interview in which they discussed her groundbreaking discoveries and hopes for a better future.
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What animal is this? 👀
Hint: It's a moth...
Hint: It's a moth...
October 2, 2025 at 4:59 PM
What animal is this? 👀
Hint: It's a moth...
Hint: It's a moth...
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President Lyndon Johnson and Secretary of the Interior Stewart Udall view map of the envisioned national trails system after a signing ceremony for multiple conservation bills, including the National Trails System Act, on October 2, 1968
October 2, 2025 at 5:05 PM
President Lyndon Johnson and Secretary of the Interior Stewart Udall view map of the envisioned national trails system after a signing ceremony for multiple conservation bills, including the National Trails System Act, on October 2, 1968
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Honestly it’s writing more grants 🤷♀️
TFW you submit a big grant and now have to remember what used to fill your days at work.
September 23, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Honestly it’s writing more grants 🤷♀️
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A BIG thank you to our volunteers and Local Nature Lab for joining us on #NYCclimateweek to help us care for 15 young #streettrees in the West Village. They are ready for #CityofForestDay2025 and will continue to care for more #trees this Saturday!
October 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
A BIG thank you to our volunteers and Local Nature Lab for joining us on #NYCclimateweek to help us care for 15 young #streettrees in the West Village. They are ready for #CityofForestDay2025 and will continue to care for more #trees this Saturday!
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Breaking!📣
This week, Dr. Luthando Dziba officially assumes the role of IPBES Executive Secretary, starting today (1 October). 🏡🧪
Welcome to the new role, Luthando! 👏
This week, Dr. Luthando Dziba officially assumes the role of IPBES Executive Secretary, starting today (1 October). 🏡🧪
Welcome to the new role, Luthando! 👏
October 1, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Breaking!📣
This week, Dr. Luthando Dziba officially assumes the role of IPBES Executive Secretary, starting today (1 October). 🏡🧪
Welcome to the new role, Luthando! 👏
This week, Dr. Luthando Dziba officially assumes the role of IPBES Executive Secretary, starting today (1 October). 🏡🧪
Welcome to the new role, Luthando! 👏
#Invertebrates Blue-winged Wasps at
the 6th Street and Avenue Garden in NYC.
the 6th Street and Avenue Garden in NYC.
September 11, 2025 at 10:50 AM
#Invertebrates Blue-winged Wasps at
the 6th Street and Avenue Garden in NYC.
the 6th Street and Avenue Garden in NYC.
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August 15, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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A lot of attention has been paid to the decrease in bee populations and other pollinators, but a recent review article makes the case that we should be equally alarmed by the declining numbers of seed-dispersing animals, which are crucial for growing healthy forests.
Seed-dispersing animals are in decline, impacting forests and the climate: Study
A lot of attention has been paid to the decrease in bee populations and other pollinators, but a recent review article makes the case that we should be equally alarmed by the declining numbers of…
news.mongabay.com
August 15, 2025 at 6:18 PM
A lot of attention has been paid to the decrease in bee populations and other pollinators, but a recent review article makes the case that we should be equally alarmed by the declining numbers of seed-dispersing animals, which are crucial for growing healthy forests.
Do you know the wildlife in your neighborhood? Join one of our existing surveys or let’s start a new one together. Let’s connect with nature. Email us 👉 hello @ localnaturelab.org.
#NYC #wildlife
#NYC #wildlife
August 14, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Do you know the wildlife in your neighborhood? Join one of our existing surveys or let’s start a new one together. Let’s connect with nature. Email us 👉 hello @ localnaturelab.org.
#NYC #wildlife
#NYC #wildlife