

Across the continent, the land and its wildlife breathe in warmth and renewal; for some animals, courtship rituals begin to heat up as battles for dominance break out; for others, it's the time to tend to brand new life.

Summer is the time of plenty across America; it's a chance for animals to reap nature's bounty while they can; the year's young begin to explore their world, while new parents make use of the long days to make sure they grow up strong.