Naturalist’s Notebook
Celebrating Appalachia’s magnificent biodiversity
Lungless Salamanders, Shrinking Habitat
Appalachia has the greatest biodiversity of salamanders in the world — and a study has shown that climate change could be shrinking their range.
Can We Save the Mighty Hemlock?
As the threat posed by the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid grows, so do efforts to save “the redwood of the East.”
Crossbills, Conifers and Calls
These nomadic birds will travel great distances to extract the seeds of conifer cones with their unique crossing bills.
Snail Tales
Did you know Appalachia has the most snail species out of any region in North America? Discover the important role our slimy little friends play in the ecosystem in this issue’s Naturalist’s Notebook.
Wildflower Wonders
Wildflowers are one of Appalachia’s most vibrant symbols of summer. As the season’s end nears, we explore a few beautiful, unique flowers that blossom in late summer along mountain trails, forests and riverbeds.
