Phenology

Scientists turn to natural world for clues of shifting seasons

Environment

Across the world, scientists are trying to determine where seasons are shifting. Spring arriving earlier, winter arriving later — it’s happening in many countries. Now, the question is, what will be the consequences of that change.

Field Observations from Everyone

Looking for Consequences of Shifting Seasons

Environment
The World

Citizen Science Goes Dutch

Phenology: Plantwatch and the Science of Spring

The World

Birding gets a digital upgrade

Environment

Starting in 1882, the U.S. Bird Migration Program collected two-by-five notecards from bird watchers around North America. Today, these cards are being digitized. Guest: Jessica Zelt, North American Bird Phenology Program.