Michelle Milliken

Michelle Milliken

Michelle has a journalism degree and has spent more than seven years working in broadcast news. She's also been known to write some silly stuff for humor websites. When she's not writing, she's probably getting lost in nature, with a fully-stocked backpack, of course.

Articles by Michelle Milliken

New Report Shows a 73% Decline in Wildlife Populations Since 1970

New Report Shows a 73% Decline in Wildlife Popu...

In a changing climate with more human development, our natural world is suffering losses. There are currently more than 163,000 species on the IUCN Red List, and more than 45,000...

New Report Shows a 73% Decline in Wildlife Popu...

In a changing climate with more human development, our natural world is suffering losses. There are currently more than 163,000 species on the IUCN Red List, and more than 45,000...

As We Enjoy Northern Light Shows, Migrating Birds May Be Doing the Opposite

As We Enjoy Northern Light Shows, Migrating Bir...

Billions of birds migrate over North America throughout the spring and fall. They may use landmarks, the stars, or the earth’s magnetic field to get to their destinations. That last...

As We Enjoy Northern Light Shows, Migrating Bir...

Billions of birds migrate over North America throughout the spring and fall. They may use landmarks, the stars, or the earth’s magnetic field to get to their destinations. That last...

New National Marine Sanctuary Will Be Co-Managed By Tribal Communities

New National Marine Sanctuary Will Be Co-Manage...

The U.S. has added a new marine sanctuary in California, and it will be managed in a new way.

New National Marine Sanctuary Will Be Co-Manage...

The U.S. has added a new marine sanctuary in California, and it will be managed in a new way.

Actress Jenna Fischer Shares Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Her 'Patchy Pixie' Cut

Actress Jenna Fischer Shares Breast Cancer Diag...

“The Office” star Jenna Fischer says she was diagnosed with breast cancer nearly a year ago and is sharing her story now to encourage women to schedule their mammograms.

Actress Jenna Fischer Shares Breast Cancer Diag...

“The Office” star Jenna Fischer says she was diagnosed with breast cancer nearly a year ago and is sharing her story now to encourage women to schedule their mammograms.

10 Beneficial Animals That Depend on Leaf Litter

10 Beneficial Animals That Depend on Leaf Litter

During the fall, the foliage is a highlight for many people. Day trips to see the changing leaves are common, and there’s even a lucrative tourism industry stemming from longer...

10 Beneficial Animals That Depend on Leaf Litter

During the fall, the foliage is a highlight for many people. Day trips to see the changing leaves are common, and there’s even a lucrative tourism industry stemming from longer...

Bulky Brown Bear Successfully Defends Her Fat Bear Week Title

Bulky Brown Bear Successfully Defends Her Fat B...

The bear that has done the best job at fattening up for the long Alaskan winter has been crowned, after a strong effort from her devoted fans.

Bulky Brown Bear Successfully Defends Her Fat B...

The bear that has done the best job at fattening up for the long Alaskan winter has been crowned, after a strong effort from her devoted fans.