Sammy Riccio

Great science lessons rarely stay on the page. When students handle a bird’s feather, chart real-time migration data, or test soil chemistry from the schoolyard garden, abstract concepts snap into focus. Tactile, inquiry-based lessons not only deepen comprehension but also boost long-term retention and confidence in STEM careers. Here are some proven strategies—and a few

It can be hard for those of us who love raptors to believe that others would intentionally harm them. Unfortunately, raptors are still being shot around the world for a variety of complex social and cultural reasons.  And shooting is still a major problem here in the U.S., despite long-standing legal protections, education programs, and

Recently, the Flores Hawk-eagle was downgraded on the IUCN Red List from Critically Endangered to Endangered. While this may initially appear to be a positive step for the species, it doesn’t necessarily reflect an improvement in their overall conservation status. The population estimate, previously believed to be fewer than 250 individuals, has been revised upward