Scientists have long questioned whether the vibrant colors of fall foliage serve an evolutionary purpose. One theory suggests red pigments protect leaves from sun damage, allowing trees to absorb more ...

With fall nearly halfway through, the vibrant hues of fall have come and gone in much of the United States, leaving foliage in midwestern and southern parts of the country left to change. During the ...

The window for viewing fall colors is potentially shrinking and the vibrancy of the leaves may be dulling over time. North Carolina's diverse elevation gives it one of the longest fall color seasons ...