Thousands of birds flying south for the winter stop off in Nigeria’s Hadejia Wetlands National Park. Researchers mapped the ...

When Homo sapiens appeared some 300,000 years ago, at least six other human species already shared the planet. Here, in the studio of paleoartist John Gurche, are model representations of those ...

I sought out those elusive, adventurous older women for my latest book Tough Broad, From Boogie Boarding to Wing Walking, How Outdoor Adventure Improves Our Lives as We Age. I accompanied an 80 ...

Tall oak and elm trees create perfect shady spots for afternoon picnics. The swimming pool here is a lifesaver during those scorching Texas summer days when temperatures climb into triple digits.

The salt springs themselves can be found near the historic Wheaton House, which serves as the park office and a tangible link ...

For Jody MacDonald, finding stillness in the wild starts with getting off the grid. The Toyota 4Runner makes that possible—taking her to the quiet places that restore her.

From vibrant hummingbirds hovering mid-air to eagles soaring above misty lakes, this breathtaking compilation captures wild ...

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India’s national parks are a paradise not just for big cats and elephants, but also for an astonishing array of birdlife—some ...

A Greater Roadrunner zoomed into view and hopped on top of a tee box to survey its surroundings. I quickly focused my ...

The film explores the diverse ways in which various bird species raise their young, highlighting the differences between ...

Despite its tiny stature, the smallest bird native to North America can survive cold nights in the Rocky Mountains, and some ...