Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Here is an index map of 20 major timber types in the United States as defined ...

Indicator species are living organisms that tell us that something has changed or is going to change in their environment. They can be easily observed, and studying them is considered a cost-effective ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. To figure out what kind of tree you are trying to identify, take a look at ...

Being prey for so many animals, it’s no wonder that most hamsters are nocturnal. They spend their days hiding from snakes, eagles, foxes, badge ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama.

Synthetic clothing consists of a blend of different textiles. Synthetic materials have been around since the mid-twentieth century and have become the most used fibers over the past few decades.

Rice is a staple food for half of the world’s population, providing more than one-fifth of the calories consumed by people. As a plant-based food, rice is indeed vegan. However, some vegans point to ...

Cactus leather is a bio-based material lauded for its breathability, an area in which other vegan leathers fall short. This unique material is used for handbags, shoes, apparel, and furniture. Even ...

Russell McLendon is a science writer with expertise in the natural environment, humans, and wildlife. He holds degrees in journalism and environmental anthropology. More than half the U.S. population ...

Katherine Martinko is an expert in sustainable living. She holds a degree in English Literature and History from the University of Toronto. Canning is a traditional method of preservation that ...

Blythe Copeland is a writer, editor, and blogger who began working with Treehugger in 2008.

CBT provides communities with the opportunity to play a lead role in their own tourism industries. Katherine Gallagher is a writer and sustainability expert. She holds a B.A. in English Literature ...