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You’ve been learning about some of the fascinating connections happening in our gardens and natural areas. How much do you remember? Ready? Test your nature knowledge with these five questions! […]
Insects
Buzz & Bloom
šøšŖ° BUZZ & BLOOM: Virginia Waterleaf & Bee Flies šæ Deep in the spring woodland, Virginia Waterleaf (Hydrophyllum virginianum) produces clusters of delicate white to lavender flowersāand if you stop
Pollinator/Wildlife Spotlight
š¤š Pollinator Spotlight: Great Black Wasp (Sphex pensylvanicus) Big, black, and a little intimidating at first glance, the Great Black Wasp (Sphex pensylvanicus) is actually a fascinating native pollinator and
Creature Feature Tuesday
š Georgia Native Bee Spotlight Meet one of Georgiaās most important pollinators: the southeastern blueberry bee (Habropoda laboriosa). This fuzzy, fast-flying native bee is a spring specialistāand it has a
Week of May 11th-15th
I don’t have any events this week. I am prepping for next week’s events and starting prep for June’s events. I am working up at Cherokee Veteran’s Park this week
Insects necessary for Life on Earth
Polar bears are the poster child for climate change. People aren’t paying attention to insects. Without insects, there are no plants, there is no food. Recently scientists have named the
Insect Population Plummeting
Extinction of 40% of the world’s insect population over the next few decades in inching closer. Habitat loss, pollution, and biologic factors continue to contribute to insect’s demise. Remediation technologies,
State by State Actions to Protect Pollinators
States are key actors in decisions affecting pollinators. Pollinators are the keystone species for the planet’s survival. Pollinators continue to experience a decline. Pollinators are responsible for one of every
Insect Loss
Habitat loss is significantly affecting insects. Deforestation, chemical use, and climate change all contribute to insect habitat loss. Insects are the most important contributor to life on earth. Without insects,
From Bats to Wasps: The Hidden Heroes of Our Ecosystem
Every ecosystem on earth depends on pollinators to ensure life on earth continues. Pollinators keep plants and humans alive. Their contributions include roles in ecosystems, agriculture, and biodiversity. There are
Insects are Key for Life on Earth
Insects outweigh humanity by a factor of 17. Insects are disappearing faster than other species on Earth. Scientists estimate 40% of all insect species will become endangered over the next
Insect Apocalypse Gaining on Other Losses
Insect extinctions are occurring eight times faster than other mammals, birds, and reptiles. There are 17 times more insects than humans. Insects are one of the keystone species on the