This is the official Twitter page of the National Park Service Natural Resource Stewardship & Science Directorate

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Protecting nature doesn’t have to start in a park, it can start at home! Plant natives, remove invasives, and never release pets into the wild. Small choices in our own communities can help restore balance across entire ecosystems. 🏡Get started ➡️ go.nps.gov/CAH-invasive #NISAW
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Aquatic invaders can hitch a ride on boats and gear. Pledge to protect rivers, lakes, and the life they support by remembering three simple steps every time you’re on the water: 🚿 Clean 💧 Drain 🧽 Dry More ➡️go.nps.gov/idkt_cdd #NISAW #CleanDrainDry
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Across the country, people and parks are working together to restore habitats and protect native species from invasive threats. 🌱 Early detection and community science are making a difference, and you can help! Become a Wild Spotter ➡️ wildspotter.org #NISAW #WildSpotter
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Prevention is the most effective and least expensive way to stop the spread invasive of species. Simple steps taken before, during, and after your adventure can make a big difference! Find out how you can help stop the spread ➡️ go.nps.gov/preventinvasives #NISAW 📸 NPS / J. Chase
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It’s National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW)! Invasive species can disrupt the balance of ecosystems in parks and in the places we live, work and explore. Learn more➡️ go.nps.gov/NISAW #NISAW #StopTheSpread 📸 NPS / J. Chase
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Join the count, it only takes 15 minutes! 🐦 The Great Backyard Bird Count (Feb 13–16) invites people everywhere to watch birds and share what they see, helping researchers understand and protect bird populations worldwide. ➡️ birdcount.org #GBBC
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The 2026 National Fossil Day artwork is here! It journeys back to an Ice Age wetland inspired by @WhiteSandsNPS, where animal tracks appear alongside some of the oldest human footprints in North America. Their story is written in the ground. More ➡️ go.nps.gov/NFD2026
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New year, new adventures? ❄️🌲 Winter can be one of the most magical times to explore nature — it just takes a little extra planning. Get some winter exploration tips ➡️ go.nps.gov/IDKTWinter What’s first on your list to explore in 2026? 📸 NPS / Jacob W. Frank
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Happy National Bird Day! 🐦 From making windows safer to creating bird-friendly habitat in your yard or neighborhood, small actions make a big difference for our feathered friends. Find out how ➡️ go.nps.gov/CAH-birds 📸 NPS / Kara Lewandowski
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As the longest night settles in, the return of light quietly begins! The Winter Solstice is a reminder that nature moves in cycles, and each season brings its own kind of beauty. Learn more and discover ways to celebrate ➡️ go.nps.gov/IDKT-solstice 📸 NPS #IDKT #WinterSolstice
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Happy Owl-idays! 🦉✨ We hope your holidays are otterly joyful, peak in the very best way, and really rock. 🦦🏔️🪨 Stay sharp and go all in this season by sending some tree-mendous greetings to your fellow park lovers. Send some holiday park joy ➡️ go.nps.gov/holidaycards
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Happy International Mountain Day! 🏔️✨ From glacier-carved peaks to volcanic summits, mountains shape some of the most awe-inspiring national parks in the country. Ready to explore the heights? Discover mountain parks ➡️ go.nps.gov/mountainparks
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Seeing with sound? Yes, that’s a thing! 🔊👀 NPS scientists use sound waves to see underwater, mapping the seafloor to reveal habitats and long-lost cultural treasures. Dive into our latest I Didn’t Know That! to learn more ➡️ go.nps.gov/idkt-seafloor 📸 NPS #IDKT #ParkScience
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Happy Thanksgiving! Check out this list of 25 things we’re grateful for in parks and 25 easy ways to give back to nature. ➡️ go.nps.gov/thanksnature 📸 NPS / J. Zylland #SayThanks #Gratitude
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During the federal government shutdown, this account will continue to share critical information about park access, safety, and resources. Some services may be limited. For more details, visit: doi.gov/shutdown
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MIGRATION ALERT! Tonight, BirdCast predicts that 438 million birds will be migrating under the cover of darkness. Help keep them safe: 💡Turn off nonessential lights from 11 PM - 6 AM 🪟Treat glass with bird-friendly solutions ➡️ bit.ly/stopbirdcollisions #LightsOutForBirds
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🍁 Happy first day of fall! 🍁 Fallen leaves = winter homes. 🍁🐝🦋 This fall, leave the leaves in your backyard to help pollinators make it through to spring. ➡️ go.nps.gov/IDKT-Leaves #Pollinators #FirstDayOfFall 📸 NPS Photo
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MIGRATION ALERT! Tonight, BirdCast predicts that 253 million+ birds will be migrating under the cover of darkness. Help keep them safe: 💡Turn off nonessential lights from 11 PM - 6 AM 🪟Treat glass with bird-friendly solutions ➡️ bit.ly/stopbirdcollisions #LightsOutForBirds
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