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Recently, representatives from the USGS National Geospatial Program and National Geospatial Technical Operations Center participated in the 2017...

As the USGS continues to celebrate “Mapping Month”, we again promote noteworthy contributors to The National Map Corps “crowdsourcing” project.

A new study by the U.S. Geological Survey and its partners has identified situations and conditions where some animals display behavioral flexibility...

Lack of Major Hurricanes Since 2008 Is Likely the Main Reason

Agricultural crops can wither in a flash when the days turn hot, the air dries, the rain stops and moisture evaporates quickly from the soil. A new...

An updated “USGS Topo Base Map” service named “USGS Topo” includes some new design changes and refreshed data content.

Forest birds on the island of Hawaii are responding positively to being restored in one of the largest, ongoing reforestation projects at Hakalau...

Media Alert: Reporters wishing to accompany USGS scientists in the field the week of July 10 should contact Bill Coon, 607-220-6280 or wcoon@usgs.gov...

The National Map Corps recognizes major volunteers to national mapping efforts

The USGS has up-to-date details on the July 6, 2017 event.