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Open forest ecosystems, like those of longleaf pine or loblolly pine, are managed with regular fires to support native plants…
A Flame Changer – How Fire Diversity Affects Bee and Butterfly Populations
Open forest ecosystems, like those of longleaf pine or loblolly pine, are managed with regular fires to support native plants and biodiversity. The scientists in this study were interested in...
The second monograph in Natural Inquirer’s Pollinators series, this monograph explores the connection between fire and native insect pollinators. In…
A Flame Changer – Vol. 1 No. 25
The second monograph in Natural Inquirer’s Pollinators series, this monograph explores the connection between fire and native insect pollinators. In the welcome essay, students will learn about the variety of...
Investi-gator is a sister publication to Natural Inquirer, serving students in grades 4 or higher. In this Investi-gator edition, you…
Animals and Ecosystems of the Southwestern United States Investi-gator (Rocky Mountain Research Station) – Vol. 3 No. 1
Investi-gator is a sister publication to Natural Inquirer, serving students in grades 4 or higher. In this Investi-gator edition, you will learn many interesting facts about the Southwestern United States....
Longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) once could be found from southeastern Virginia to eastern Texas. Longleaf pines are not usually killed…
aPods Rule! What Happens to Arthropods Following a Wildland Fire?
Longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) once could be found from southeastern Virginia to eastern Texas. Longleaf pines are not usually killed by fire. Because these pines need open spaces to survive,...
In the Western United States, shallow rocky soils and a dry climate often make it hard for new trees to…
Are We Having Fungi Yet? Helping Young Trees Grow
In the Western United States, shallow rocky soils and a dry climate often make it hard for new trees to grow in areas that have been harvested of older trees....
In the Western United States, shallow rocky soils and a dry climate often make it hard for new trees to…
Are We Having Fungi Yet? Helping Young Trees Grow (Spanish)
In the Western United States, shallow rocky soils and a dry climate often make it hard for new trees to grow in areas that have been harvested of older trees....
Much of what humans do depends on the land that we live on. No matter how much humans change the…
Before & After: A Look at Our Land (Land Use History of Jones County, GA)
Much of what humans do depends on the land that we live on. No matter how much humans change the land, it is still important to understand the history and...
Much of what humans do depends on the land that we live on. No matter how much humans change the…
Before & After: A Look at Our Land (Land Use History of Jones County, GA) (Spanish)
Much of what humans do depends on the land that we live on. No matter how much humans change the land, it is still important to understand the history and...
What is bioenergy? “Bio-” is related to living or once living things. Bioenergy is a source of energy that uses…
Bioenergy – Vol. 9 No. 1
What is bioenergy? “Bio-” is related to living or once living things. Bioenergy is a source of energy that uses living or once living things. It is not used as...
Bristlecone pines have an interesting relationship with fire. When a fire occurs, it may open a once-closed area to sunlight.…
Can We Grow Now? Helping Bristlecone Pine Trees To Take Root and Grow
Bristlecone pines have an interesting relationship with fire. When a fire occurs, it may open a once-closed area to sunlight. When this happens, bristlecone pine seedlings get a chance to...
Termites are well known pests that can impact homes and other buildings. However, termites also play an important role in…
Chew on This! (Time Warp Monograph Series) – Vol. 1 No. 12
Termites are well known pests that can impact homes and other buildings. However, termites also play an important role in forest ecosystems. Scientists in this research try to understand the...
In this research study, scientists try to understand the impact of termites on forest wood decomposition in the Southern United…
Chew on This! Measuring the Impact of Termites on Forest Wood
In this research study, scientists try to understand the impact of termites on forest wood decomposition in the Southern United States.