A glacier slowly winding its way down a valley.
Glaciers play a huge role in shaping the landscape of the Rocky Mountains. Here is a definition and a diagram showing evidence of glaciers in the andscape.
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A molting mountain goat is shedding its thick winter coat.
Molting is simply the process of animals replacing their hair or feathers with new ones. Here is an overview of which animals molt, when, and why they do it. Continue reading
Spring wildflowers are always a welcome sight in the Rocky Mountains. These early blooming flowers bring color and life back to the mountains after a long winter. Continue reading
Where are the ladybugs during winter?
Do you know where are the ladybugs during winter in the Rocky Mountains? Read on to learn how ladybugs survive a cold, snowy winter. Continue reading
Insects winter survival strategies include a range of choices from resting to migrating. Here are the main strategies that insects choose to survive the cold Rocky Mountain winters. Continue reading
People have a number of things in common with dogs, cats, and dolphins.
All mammals have certain things in common that make them a mammal and not something else. Here are the four main mammals characteristics that they all have.
A bristlecone pine is the oldest living organism on earth.
Bristlecone pine trees are very cool trees that grow in the western part of the USA. Some of these trees are among the oldest living things on earth.
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It’s time to make a habit of getting outside in nature. Do it for your kids!
It is important for children to spend time outdoors in nature. Here are 5 tips to help parents make a habit of getting outside in nature with their kids. Continue reading
In the Rocky Mountains, animals survive winter by choosing one of three main strategies. Most animals will choose to either migrate, hibernate, or adapt. Continue reading
A yellow bellied marmot is a common Rocky Mountain mammal.
The common Rocky Mountain mammals include a lot of different types of species. Here are some of the mammals you are likely to see in the Rockies. Continue reading