Trees can be identified in winter by observing their needles, bark, branching patterns, and buds. Distinctive bark, such as ...

Scientists say there are more than 60,000 tree species worldwide. When it comes it identifying a species, there are many different characteristics that can be used — from its leaves to where it is ...

A few years ago, I made a promise to myself that I would spend more time outside admiring this "nature" that everyone raves about. Quickly, I found out that there was way more to the outdoors than I ...

As emerald ash borer (EAB) infestation continues its march across the continent, Don Kinzler shares the distinctive identifying characteristics of an ash tree.

University at Albany postdoctoral associate Allix Coon, left, and UAlbany chemistry professor Rabi Musah work with the mass spectrometer they are using to catalog and identify tree species on Feb. 9 ...

The Arbor Day Foundation has a book that helps people identify trees in a simple, step-by-step process. The book, What Tree Is That?, is available for a $5 donation to the nonprofit tree-planting ...

Illinois landowners and forestry enthusiasts can download the free guide immediately by visiting the landing page: ...