Wildlife
Learn more about your favorite Chesaepake Bay wildlife.
Hunting an insidious disease that preys on bats
October 2, 2020The northern long-eared bat is one of many native to the Chesapeake that suffers from the deadly white-nose syndrome
Read storyA key bee at Chesapeake orchards
September 1, 2020The mason bee is a productive pollinator for all types of native fruits
Read storyClues of a growing blue crab
August 19, 2020How to tell when blue crabs shed their shells
Read storyPennsylvania makes strides to protect its pollinators
August 6, 2020Protecting pollinators through science, landscape design and public engagement
Read storyMeet a small but tough native fish of the Chesapeake Bay
August 3, 2020The white catfish is the smallest catfish in North America
Read storyMoths pick up the night shift
July 21, 2020The fascinating features and critical role of these nocturnal insects
Read storyFireflies shed light on the benefits of a natural yard
July 9, 2020As a sign of summer, fireflies light up the Chesapeake watershed
Read storyAre there dolphins in the Chesapeake Bay?
June 18, 2020Scientists and the public join forces to track dolphins visiting the Bay
Read storyCatfish of the Chesapeake
June 16, 2020The Bay region is home to several catfish species, both native and invasive
Read storyAn Eastern Shore wetland is a hotspot for birds
June 4, 2020Deal Island Wildlife Management Area delivers for nature lovers
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