Fantastic arctic foxes defy the odds in Iceland
A host of adaptations have allowed these cunning creatures to thrive, despite the challenges.
Decadence through simplicity
Melissa Breyer
With a background in food, science, art and design, Melissa has edited and written for national and international publications including The New York Times and National Geographic. She is the co-author of Build Your Running Body (The Experiment, 2014) and True Food: Eight Simple Steps to a Healthier You (National Geographic, 2009), and a contributing writer for Extreme Weather Survival Guide (National Geographic, 2014) and other books. Melissa also loves to take pictures in New York City, where she lives in a converted 19th-century convent with her two daughters.
Latest Stories from Melissa Breyer
Photo: Watch this cute little spider do cute little spider things
Our photo of the day comes with a bonus video.
Listen to the mesmerizing sounds of 36 places around the world
From cities and villages to jungles and shores, 36 people in 33 countries on 6 continents recorded the sounds of the places they call home. Take a listen here.
Photo: Squirrel discovers spring
Our photo of the day reveals that spring has sprung. Somewhere, at least.
My favorite secret-weapon ingredients for plant-based cooking
For flavor, depth and texture, these simple vegan staples work like magic.
Avoid these top 12 toxic fruits and vegetables
Each year EWG ranks produce for pesticide residue and presents consumers with both the safest and most toxic choices – here’s the latest list.
Photo: Hummingbird caught in the midst of magic
Our photo of the day is a lesson in aerial gymnastics.
Photo: Mom and baby capuchin are charming in the rainforest
Our photo of the day comes from the wilds of Costa Rica.
Sea cucumber plays cruise ship to clever brittle star
Riding along from reef to reef, brittle stars get all kinds of perks when teaming up with sea cucumbers.
Photo: Horses revel in a haven of heather
Our photo of the day comes from purple-tinged fields of Scotland.
This short video explains how we're killing coral
Coral reefs are very important and very much at risk; here is what's going on.
Photo: Ruddy duck is blue and ready to woo
Our photo of the day comes from Idaho's Market Lake Wildlife Management Area.
Vikings cleared the forests, now Iceland is bringing them back
Before the first settlers arrived, forests covered up to 40% of what is now barren Iceland. Reforestation has been challenging, but progress is being made.
Photo: Sneaky stowaway hitching a ride? Not exactly
Our Herculean photo of the day comes from the rainforest of Ecuador.
What to eat to save the world
A new book, 'Food is the Solution,' shows the importance of our food choices .... with 80 beautiful plant-based recipes to seal the deal.
Cashew cream mac 'n' cheese is perfect vegan comfort food
This recipe from 'Food Is the Solution: What to Eat to Save the World' proves that protecting the planet can be a delicious endeavor.
Photo: This mountain bluebird isn't actually blue
Our vibrant photo of the day offers a lesson in color.
London is looking to plant 9 million wildflowers
A new campaign is seeking to turn the city into a pollinator's playground by planting a wildflower for every resident.
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