Discover the patterns, secrets, and life cycles that shape the ecosystems around you.

Learn how your backyard can become a thriving habitat for wildlife—with free guides, videos, and hands-on help from DIY Nature.

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Welcome to DIY Nature!

Bringing the science of ecology to your doorstep with with humor, heart, and helpful how-tos.

Nature isn’t some far-off place—it begins the moment you step outside. DIY Nature helps you explore nearby ecosystems, replace lawns with native habitat, identify the bugs, birds, and plants around you, and take meaningful action for a greener, wilder world. Here, you’ll learn to notice, nurture, and advocate for the nature right outside your door.

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Discover Tips, Tricks & Wild Insights

Native Bees 101: What They Are, Why They Matter, and How to Spot Them

North America is home to nearly 4,000 species of native bees, many of which are often mistaken for wasps, flies, or overlooked entirely.

How to Garden for Turtles: Creating a Turtle-Friendly Yard

Turtles have been roaming the earth for over 200 million years, outlasting dinosaurs and adapting to a constantly changing world.

The Secret Life of Opossums – Nature’s Misunderstood Clean-Up Crew

Picture an opossum. Are you picturing a gray creature that resembles a large rat? Perhaps you’ve seen one near a knocked-over trashcan...

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DIY Nature is currently under construction as we work behind the scenes to organize and expand our library of helpful, down-to-earth info on native plants, local wildlife, and eco-friendly gardening. Check back often—new discoveries are blooming soon!