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Tryon’s Morris the Horse
This larger-than-life toy in the heart of horse country is also at the heart of a beloved Christmas tradition.
Our State Great Eight: This State Is Bugged
You might not be a fan of insects and spiders, but North Carolina has its fair share of both, and plenty of buggy stories to go around.
The Wood Duck, a Currituck County Native
Colorful and graceful, this bird always amazes, no matter the season.
Davidson College’s Mascot is Wild at Heart
Almost 100 years ago, Davidson College adopted the Wildcat as its mascot. And then it started adopting real, live wildcats.
Channel Bass, Natives of the Pamlico Sound
Whether you call it a red drum or a spottail, our state saltwater fish remains a prize for anglers and diners.
The Short but Mighty Life of the Carolina Mantis
With a pious nickname and a killer reputation, the Carolina mantis makes its last stand before the first frost.
Native to Carolina Beach, the Painted Bunting Lives Up to its Name
The most colorful bird in the United States calls North Carolina home.
A Growing Interest in Restoring North Carolina Grasslands
The signature tall grass of a bygone landscape is making a comeback at preserves across North Carolina.
