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Land Use History of North America
Understand ongoing changes in land cover and land use.
Pachamama: Our Earth, Our Future
Establish a personal relationship with the Mother Earth and care for her.
Amphibian Malformations
Find out how amphibian malformations relate to human life and how we can help.
USGS Geology in Parks Learn geology basics from touring the national parks. Amphibian Declines and Deformities Links to researches on amphibian deformities and answers frequently asked questions on the issue. Potential Effects of Global Change on Bats Study on why bats are declining in population. Center for Biological Informatics Facilitates access to and application of biological information. Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center Evironmental study in the Midwestern U.S. National Wetlands Research Center Ecological study of wetlands in the U.S.; includes programs for students. South Florida Information Access Provides geological and biological information for the South Florida region. Caterpillars of Eastern Forests Includes species descriptions, life cycle and morphology information, and tips on photographing, rearing, collecting, and preserving specimens of many caterpillars living in forests of the eastern United States. FrogWatch USA Frogwatch USA is a frog-and-toad monitoring program for amateurs and scientists alike coordinated by the U.S. Geological Survey Biological Resources Division at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center. North American Reporting Center for Amphibian Malformations Information on the issue of malformed amphibians, including a current map of the situation in the United States and Canada, and current literature and news articles. FrogWeb: Amphibian Declines & Deformities FrogWeb is a multiagency initiative that provides information about recent global declines and deformities among amphibian populations; presents efforts made by scientific agencies to study and address the phenomena. The Whooping Crane Report Regularly updated reports on breeding whooping cranes. Birds of North America: Taxonomic List List of birds by their family, species, and common names. Some listings link to an informative background page with pictures. Photo Library of National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Find photos and images of wildlife, environment, fishery, landscape, ships, space, weather, and much more! Image Gallery from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Find images of fishes, wildlife, duck stamps, landscapes, and more. Photo Library Resources Link to various image galleries from the Department of Interior. Sea Birds Photo Gallery View photos of sea birds. Photo Gallery of Mount St. Helens View over 190 photos of Mount St. Helens' landscape and wildlife before and after eruption. Butterflies of North America View over 500 photos of butterflies and species descriptions. What do the malformations of amphibians look like? Photos that illustrate different types of abnormalities and malformations on amphibians, such as frogs and lizards. Media for Science Photo collections of maps, natural disasters, and activities at the USGS. Southern Wetland Flora - Field Office Guide to Plant Species Contains illustrated glossary and hundreds of detailed species descriptions with photographs. Northeast Wetland Flora Field Office Guide to Plant Species See illustrated glossary and more than 200 hundred species with detailed description and photos. Glossary of Bird Conservation Terms Provide standard definitions for many of the terms used in avian conservation biology. Children's Butterfly Site Developed for grades 4-6. Information is given on moths and butterflies, along with a coloring page, frequently asked questions and answers, a gallery of butterfly photographs, and links to other sites. Moths of North America Know more about moths, what they look like, where they live, and how they live. GLOBE: Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environments Education Program Teachers and students -- help scientists by sending your scientific data and observations to their data archive. Athena, Earth and Space Science K-12 education page for teachers and students. Global Change Master Directory A comprehensive directory of information about global change, such as global warming. More Than Skin Deep A teacher's guide to caves. Ask-a-Geologist Get your geological questions answered by geologists Books & Other Publications These pages contain listings of online USGS books, reports, and pamphlets. The Fragile Fringe Lesson plans and activities to teach students about wetlands. Glacier National Park Take an electronic field trip to the crown jewel of the Rockies. USGS South Florida Ecosystem / Kids’ Corner Games, photos, and dictionary for kids. Science Challenge Questions and Answers A collection of 196 questions and answers addressing earth and planetary science topics. Scientists in Action News about careers in the natural sciences -- from mapping the planets to sampling the ocean floor, from protecting wildlife to forecasting volcanic eruption.s USGS by State Find geological, biologcial, mineral, and water information; also maps and streamflow of each State of U.S. Picturing Science A collection of photographs that creates six tours that focus on different aspects of science and include: Magnificent Waterways, Phenomenal Landscapes, Wonderful Wildlife, Changing Worlds, Earth Scientists, and Popular Products. Land Use History of North America How do environmental changes effects our future habitability and living quality. Coastal and Marine Geology Program Contains abundant information about coasts, beaches, storms, and marine life. Coasts in Crisis Teach young kids about corals, wetlands, and hurricanes. Navassa Island: A Photographic Tour Several thematic photographic tours of the Caribbean island of Navassa, compiled from photographs. Hazards Fact Sheets Documentations and reports of natural disasters. National Oceans and Atmosphere Administration Homepage Come here to learn about global weather, oceans, fisheries, and view real-time information. Radon in Ground Water Find out what radon is and how it affects our health. The Center for Integration of Natural Disaster Information Provides real-time information about various hazards. Northern Prairie Biological Resources List of information on the biotic resources of the Great Plains for decisionmakers, resource managers, scientists, and the public. The Learning Room Designed especially for mid-elementary-school-aged kids and up. Learn about all kinds of biologically related subjects. The National Biological Information Infrastructure (NBII) Use the NBII to answer a wide range of questions related to the management, use, or conservation of this Nation's biological resources. NOAA Photo Library Contains a vast variety of pictures from animals to landscape, the Arctic to China, space to ocean, historical art to satellite images and more. Postcards From the Prairie Send beautiful wildlife e-cards with real stamps! NBII Postcards Email greetings from a selection of nature photos. Wildlife E-Cards Find wildlife in every event... The Impact of Invasive Species on Reptiles and Amphibians Links to researches about the issue of native amphibian and reptile populations worldwide under threat by exotic invasive species of plants and animals, including other reptiles and amphibians. Butterflies of North America Contains species photo gallery, information, and maps as to where butterflies appear. Endangered Ecosystems of the United States: A Preliminary Assessment of Loss and Degradation Report declines of natural ecosystems in the United States. Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center Study of wildlife and ecosystems in Hawaii. North Dakota Prairie A brief history of native prairie in North Dakota and information on programs and agencies concerned with its preservation. Western Ecological Research Center Study of ecosystem, wildlife, and global change in Western U.S. Caterpillars of Pacific Northwest Forests and Woodlands A field guide to caterpillars commonly found in forests and woodlands of the Pacific Northwest, including sections describing the natural history, nomenclature, identification keys, and details for collection and preservation of specimens. Pachamama: Our Earth - Our Future Teach kids to learn to establish a personal relationship with our Mother, the Earth, and to care for her in the same way that we do for our friends and family. Climatic Impacts Climatic variability can potentially affect the ecosystems, landscape, water resources, and society of the Southwest. Papers in this section examine aspects of these potential impacts. From Microbes to Mammals - Invasive Species Links to articles on various invasive species. Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center Information for wildlife managers, scientists, and the public on natural-resource issues and biota of the North American Great Plains. Western Wetland Flora Field guide containing color photographs, line drawings, distinquishing features, range maps, and textual descriptions for 300 species of wetland plants that live in the western U.S. Environment and Human Health Links to publications, projects, and programs concerning the effects of environments on human health. USGS Biological Resources Division Page links to programs, publications, photo galleries, and more. Agate Fossil Beds Produced by National Park Service's Division of Publication, this book provides a glimpse of that time, long before the arrival of man, when now-extinct creatures roamed the land which we know today as Nebraska. South Florida Virtual Tour View beautiful habitat, plants, and animals of South Florida. Echo the Bat Understand light, remote sensing, and biodiversity. A Field Guide to the Reptiles and Amphibians of Coastal Southern California Contains species photos, field guides, and illustrated glossary of amphibians and reptiles. Pintail Recovery Initiative Follow pintail ducks' annual journey up and down the West Coast. Discover how biologists track the ducks, read their weekly journal, and track the ducks yourself using the interactive map. Invasive Species Research Read reports on invasive plants and animals. Sea Otter Research Contains links to studies of sea otters. National Wildlife Health Center Resource site for materials related to wildlife health research and the functions of the National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC). West Nile Virus Check out latest reports, preventions, and activity maps of West Nile Virus. Science NetLinks Connects to a library of online lessons. Science Activities Science activities for teachers and students. Topics include earth science, bioscience, physcial science, computers, and more. Wetland Science Lesson Plans Provides lesson plans that focus upon topics ranging from wetlands science to microscopy to graphing calculators. Monitoring Grizzly Bear Populations using DNA Reports field methods and results of using DNA to monitor bear populations in the Glazier National Park. Midcontinent Ecological Science Center Contains articles on scientific researches and education pages for kids. Snow Goose Population Problem A three part series on the problems associated with overpopulation of snow geese in North America. Estimated Costs of Maintaining a Recovered Wolf Population A cost comparison of maintaining a wolf population in Minnesota at levels. Assessing Breeding Populations of Ducks by Ground Counts Methodology used to estimate annual abundance of breeding duck pairs on study areas in the prairie parklands and grasslands of southern Canada. Status and Trends of the Nation's Biological Resources Summary of the status and trends of our nation's biological resources. Natural Processes A report about biological diversity and heterogeneity. Contains photos. Making a World of Difference Records recent USGS contributions to the Nation. The Patuxent Plant List and Herbarium Collection Its photo gallery contains a large collection of plants. Nonindigenous Species Discusses the issue of invasion by nonindigenous species. Diversity and Abundance of Insects
An Introduction to Ants Informative article on the ecology of ants. House Bat Management Describes batproofing techniques that will provide effective and acceptable alternatives for dealing with house bat problems and hazards. Macromoths of Northwest Forests and Woodlands Informs on the moth's life cycle, species, and habitat. Includes photo of species. Grasslands Features several animals and plants dependent on native grassland and provides insight into the relationship between remaining native grassland and biological resources. Eastern Bluebird Provides an introduction to the habitat requirements of the eastern bluebird and is designed to assist in the development of a comprehensive bluebird management plan. Biological Control of Leafy Spurge nformation on a major biological control program to combat the spread and reduce infestations of the aggressive, exotic perennial weed known as leafy spurge. Songbirds of North Dakota Includes color photos, distributions and descriptive information on selected songbirds in North Dakota. Attracting Wildlife to Your Back Yard A guide for homeowners who want to make their surroundings more attractive to wildlife. Links to Bat Web Sites
The Rare Ones Rare and endangered species Maui Fog Research Cloud forest hydrology Student Employment Web Site Information about the USGS and its programs, student employment options, major occupations and their qualifications, salaries, benefits, career fair tips and interviewing techniques are located on the USGS Student Employment Web Site. Alaska Biological Science Research Provide biological information and research findings to resource managers, policymakers, and the public to support sound management of biological resources and ecosystems in Alaska.
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