A close look at this fallen spruce tree raises questions underlying causes and tree health.

Blue jays occur across southern Canada from Alberta east to Quebec and the Atlantic provinces.

High water throughout the summer continues to erode the river bank.

Observers report unusual sea gull lethargy and die-offs on area beaches.

Erosion of the shoreline on Well Island is threatening the water line that connects the village of Noatak to their water supply. The Tribal Health System is coordinating with the federal agencies and state and borough to support water supply needs and repairs.

These small rodents are a key part of the Northwest Arctic ecosystem.

From the images shared, these appear to be Philemona, a freshwater parasite. Philomena is a food quality concern but is Not considered a human health concern. With proper preparation, the salmon is safe to eat.

Intense rainfall in Cheonan, South Korea, causes significant erosion of a local river park road.

A couple of weeks ago I spotted a small gull on the second bridge behind Kotzebue. The bird wouldn't fly and was walking slowly.

The crow was on the beach hiding near a driftwood stump and was unable to fly and struggled to walk. These are signs associated with highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) also commonly referred to as "bird flu". See video.

These eggs from a trout caught in the Fish River, had unusual milky translucent capsules in it.

Sand dunes disappear with more frequent and powerful storms in Western Alaska. These storms have impacted bird nesting grounds and tundra plants.

Observers in Port Heiden, Alaska report significantly reduced sea gull populations and fewer gull eggs for subsistence, coinciding with decreased seal numbers and increased fox populations.

Observations and research across Alaska indicate shifting berry ripening times and unpredictable yields, with climate change as a key factor affecting these important subsistence and cultural resources.

Is this a sign of more to come? Land changes raises questions about possible causes.

An unusually large Noctiluca bloom in Kasaan Bay. Noctiluca scintillans is a non-toxic algae bloom, generally considered harmless to humans.

Never before seen such huge flocks of white winged cross bills

An unusual abundance of dropped spruce cones prompts questions about the factors influencing cone production and its comparison to previous years.