Forests

LIFESTYLE August 9

Smokey Bear turns 80, is still spreading fire safety messages today

Smokey Bear, the beloved symbol of the U.S. Forest Service, turns 80 years old on August 9, 2024. He's been warning about forest fires and wildfires in the great outdoors for eight decades.

Insects June 7

The truth about 'zombie cicadas': 'The fungus can do some nefarious things'

Fox News Digital spoke with several cicada experts to find out the facts vs. fiction regarding reports of "zombie cicadas" spreading a disease this summer as two broods emerge.

Fires June 1

Ex-criminology professor jailed for 5 years for 'arson spree' during Dixie Fires

An Ex-criminology professor was jailed for 5 years Thursday for going on a "arson spree" during the Dixie Fires in California in 2021, often igniting fires being firefighters

Brazil May 24

In Brazil, mangrove reforestation proves crucial in fight against climate risks

Some 30,000 mangrove trees planted by Brazilian nonprofit organization Instituto Mar Urbano are reportedly boosting ecosystems and helping mitigate flood risks.

Forests May 24

For first time, researchers scale General Sherman, world's largest tree, in search of new threat to sequoias

Researchers climbed General Sherman, the world's largest tree, for the first time ever in search of bark beetles, which have become more threatening to giant sequoia trees.

Mammals May 5

TikTok trending question about 'being stuck in a forest' with 'a man or a bear' yields strategic tips

On TikTok, women are debating if they would rather be stuck in the woods with a man or a bear. Here are some tips for a safe hike, including what to do if a bear attacks.

NATURAL SCIENCE April 10

Cicada invasion: An ‘amazing’ American phenomenon and bonanza for anglers

The U.S. is expecting an invasion of noisy mating cicadas in the coming weeks, which will pose nuisance for some gardeners and an opportunity for others like anglers.

ENVIRONMENT April 4

Tropical forest loss decreased in 2023 but global threats remain, data shows

Tropical forest loss saw a decline in 2023, but there is still an ongoing pressure on woodlands globally, according to an analysis released on Thursday.

SCIENCE April 2

Cicada invasion: Trillions of noisy flying insects to swarm US for first time in 221 years

More than a dozen U.S. states are expected to be swarmed by trillions of noisy flying bugs next month as they emerge from the ground in a rare phenomenon.

US December 19

US officials propose historic conservation measures for old growth forests amid growing threats

The Biden administration is taking steps to protect trees on federal land by revising management plans for national forests in the U.S in response to increased threats.