Your backyard is more than just a plot of land; it’s a living, breathing ecosystem buzzing with activity. From the flash of a ...

The ground squirrel is an active rodent often found in grasslands, where it feeds on seeds, plants, and insects. Its constant foraging helps in seed dispersal and maintaining ecological balance in ...

LAist senior editor Suzanne Levy recounts her life with a backyard fig tree and a squirrel with a sweet tooth.