From curiosity to conservation: How citizen science is teaching children and adults to see, experience nature

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Apr 13, 2026, 12:00 pm115 ptsTrending
It often starts with something small, such as a new bird in a branch, a vibrant butterfly in a yard, a colorful plant growing through a crack in the sidewalk, or as part of a lawn. Suddenly, you are engaged and can't help but snap a photo with your smartphone to satisfy that curiosity to learn the species'…

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