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Few animals are as striking as the zebra in a purely visual sense. Giant pandas, penguins, and skunks may share the same bold color combination, but the zebra’s contrasting stripes make it an ...

Glue is a common staple in classrooms and homes, but what exactly is it made of? Some rumors suggest the sticky substance may be similar to gelatin and use animal-derived ingredients. The truth is ...

Mairi Beautyman was a senior editor for Treehugger from 2006 to 2012. She has over twenty years of experience in print and web journalism. Mairi has written extensively for publications including ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Leaf shapes play an important role in tree identification, providing ...

Jaymi Heimbuch is a writer and photographer specializing in wildlife conservation, technology, and food. She is the author of "The Ethiopian Wolf: Hope at the Edge of Extinction." It’s not often ...

Russell McLendon is a science writer with expertise in the natural environment, humans, and wildlife. He holds degrees in journalism and environmental anthropology. The Nile is one of the most ...

Kia Treece is a writer, scientist, and sustainability coach specializing in environmental policy, off-grid living, zero waste, and vegan lifestyle. She holds a J.D. with a certificate in ...

Jerry James Stone is a food blogger, vegetarian chef, activist, and internet personality who started writing for Treehugger in 2004. Peacocks are known and loved for their brilliant, ornamental ...

Russell McLendon is a science writer with expertise in the natural environment, humans, and wildlife. He holds degrees in journalism and environmental anthropology. The barred owl (Strix varia) is ...

See the pros and cons of everything from recycling to zero-waste – and find tips to reduce the trash and plastic that goes in landfills and incinerators.

Melissa Breyer is Treehugger’s former senior editorial director. Her writing and photography have been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, National Geographic, Audubon Magazine, and ...