Naturalist’s Notebook

Celebrating Appalachia’s magnificent biodiversity

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The wiley coyote makes a comeback — and not everyone finds it amusing

Historically, the coyote’s range was restricted to the…

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America’s Adopted Fruit

Many newcomers to the Appalachians lament the fact…

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Spring Tonics and Appalachian Herbals

The Southern Appalachian Mountains forests contain a cornucopia…

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Chiggers, Redbugs, Red Mites

One of the perks of living in the…

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The Raven: Oracle of the High Peaks

Growing up on the Blue Ridge, I frequently…

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