The Color-Changing Frog of the East - The Gray Treefrog
Every late spring and early summer, a chorus of frogs announces that they are looking for mates. But one particular species can fool the untrained ear. If you're looking for this species, forget it. They are camouflage masters. Join us as we discuss the Gray Tree frog and find out how unique this frog really is.
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A Closer Look at New World Screw Worm
Photo Credit: Texas Division of Emergency Management
Turn on the TV or scroll through your social media feed, and chances are you've heard about the New World screwworm. But should we be concerned, or is this just another headline designed to grab our attention? Join us as we take a closer look at this ordinary-looking fly with an extraordinary and disturbing life cycle. Meet the 2026 Intern
It's summer (well, almost), and that means we have a new intern. Join us as we meet Olivia Martin and find out where she's been going to college and what her plans are after graduation. Murder Hornets and More
Photo Credit: Washington State Department of Agriculture. All Rights Reserved.
We're in the final week of Tier 1 Invasive Insects of Greatest Concern. Join us to see if Asian hornets are a real concern in PA and how to identify these wily creatures. Coming to a Forest Near You: Asian Long-Horned Beetle and the Winter Moth
Brace yourself! Two insects are on the move. Both are Tier 1 Invasive Insects of Greatest Concern. Learn more about the Asian Long-Horned Beetle (ALB) and the Winter Moth and find out what you can do to prevent them from destroying forests across the Keystone State. Eco-News - May 2026 - Invasive Pests and Eco-friendly Treated Lumber
We're back! And today we're talking eco-news! Join us as we discuss PA's levels of invasive pests and what the state is doing to prevent their destruction. What else do we have up our sleeve? How about treated lumber that won't poison your food or family? Join us as we cover all this and a few fun facts to boot! First Flowers of Spring - The Trout Lily and Red Trillium
The short, cold days of winter are over, and spring is officially here. Join us as we discuss how a few flowers have found a way to take advantage of the bright sunlight on the forest floor before leaves come out on trees. Eel Release Day! - (Not a Holiday but It Should Be)
American Eels are a big deal. They hang out in saltwater. Swim into freshwater. Slink over land. Eat invasives. But need clean water no matter where they swim. Populations are down, but not for long! Join us as we chat with SCCD Watershed Specialist, Jill Pagnotti, and find out more about this incredible species. Find out how a few eels became our temporary pets at the office. And how you can celebrate the release of six juvenile eels here in Susquehanna County's Starrucca Creek. The Ultimate Soil Engineer - The Woodchuck
They don't throw stuff (besides dirt). They don't really like wood. So, what's up with that chubby critter called the Woodchuck? Join us as we discover the secret world of the whistle pig. And perhaps we'll learn exactly what they spend their days doing if they're not throwing sticks in a pile. A Pennsylvania Native and a Wannabe
Cold, clean water in Pennsylvania supports some of the most spectacular native fish in the Keystone State. The Brook Trout, a small but stunning native, can turn any stream into a fly fisher’s dream. Meanwhile, the Brown Trout, one of the most heavily stocked species in PA, can significantly impact native populations, often reducing or restricting the Brook Trout’s natural range. Join us as we explore both species and take a closer look at the ongoing debate surrounding the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission’s controversial stocking practices. |
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