The buzz

Eastern spiny softshell turtles aren't as large as snapping turtles, but they are one of the biggest freshwater turtles in the United States.

Frogs and toads are both amphibians, and the differences between them can be confusing and subtle.

The American white pelicans are back, but there's probably a lot you don't know about these big birds. Dive in to learn more about one of the more beloved animals seen in Will County.

The monarch is the most recognizable butterfly in the United States, but these winged creatures aren't as common as they used to be. 

Birds bask in the sun just like us. Sometimes they are just trying to warm up or dry off, but sunbathing also helps birds stay healthy and more attractive to potential mates.

Heat lightning is just a myth. What we think of as heat lightning is really just lightning from a thunderstorm that is too far away to experience its other effects.

Plogging is jogging while picking up trash you find along the way, and we hope it's a fitness fad that doesn't fade away.

Snakes are unique in that they shed their skin whole, a process called ecdysis. But why do they do this differently than other animals?

You've probably seen a cottontail rabbit, but how much do you know about these common creatures?

Bee, wasp or hornet? Learn the differences among these stinging insects.