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The Other 364 Days of the Year: The Real Lives of Wild ReindeerMapping the National ParksWildlife Disease Science in the National ParksNot Just for Kissing: Mistletoe and Birds, Bees, and Other BeastsUsing the Markets for Environmental Science
The Other 364 Days of the Year: The Real Lives of Wild Reindeer
Caribou expert Layne Adams discusses the lives of reindeer — apart from their famous role on Christmas Eve. Read more
Mapping the National Parks
Whether you’re driving a parkway or hiking a trail, we’ve got a map for you! Read more
Wildlife Disease Science in the National Parks
USGS research helps protect the parks’ iconic creatures. Read more
Not Just for Kissing: Mistletoe and Birds, Bees, and Other Beasts
Plant experts discuss the various roles of mistletoe -- aside from their holiday kissing tradition. Read more
Using the Markets for Environmental Science
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    EarthWord – Leachate

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    Normal Weather Drives Salt Marsh Erosion
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    USGS Estimates 53 Trillion Cubic Feet of Gas Resources in Barnett Shale
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