Stories by Rebecca Chillrud
Rebecca is the Communications Staffer at the Chesapeake Bay Program. She has a Master's in Climate Science and Policy from Bard College and a Bachelor's in Geological Sciences from SUNY Geneseo. Originally from upstate New York, she currently resides in Washington, D.C.
Catfish of the Chesapeake
June 16, 2020The Bay region is home to several catfish species, both native and invasive
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Despite social distance, our rivers connect us
June 3, 2020Celebrate Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week June 6-14
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Chesapeake farms are feeling the heat
May 26, 2020Changes to our climate can have serious impacts on agriculture
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Five species that provide a vital link in the Chesapeake Bay food web
May 22, 2020Meet some of the Bay’s most important forage species
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Born to stand out
May 1, 2020Five-lined skinks provide a pop of color to the forest floor
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Eight ways to explore the Chesapeake Bay from home
April 24, 2020Can’t get outside? Here are eight ways to access the Bay from the comfort of your couch
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Wooded wetlands host amphibians aplenty
April 10, 2020The wood frog is an early-season visitor to vernal pools
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Ten Chesapeake species with unique nicknames
April 1, 2020These creative names will bring some joy to your day
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Female birds show their colors
March 27, 2020Though the females are often drab, there are exceptions to every rule
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Is the Chesapeake Bay fresh or salty?
March 20, 2020Salinity makes a big difference to underwater life
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