Category Archives: Education

Air Potato Beetles

Posted on September 24, 2012 by

The Air Potato, Dioscorea bulbifera, is a plant in the Yam Family (Dioscoreaceae) not a true potato (Family Solanaceae). The Air Potato is a native of Asia, that has made its way to North America. In Africa, the Air Potato … Continue reading →

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The Cockroach Tour

Posted on August 12, 2012 by

The Science Museum in London offers a “Cockroach Tour“. Visitors can sign up to wear a cockroach costume as they tour the museum exhibits. ‘Cockroaches as survivors’ is the idea behind the cockroach tour. Cockroaches roamed the earth over 300 … Continue reading →

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Living With Cartoon Entomologists

Posted on August 9, 2012 by

Many people only notice insects that intrude into their lives. Their reaction is to whack the insect and return to business. People develop a dislike for insects in general and a desire to whack them if all their memorable interactions … Continue reading →

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Monarchs Migrate To Edmonton

Posted on July 18, 2012 by

This year has been interesting for migrating butterflies. This May (2012), Indiana and much of the Eastern US experienced large swarms of Red Admiral Butterflies. The Red Admirals appeared in Canada in larger than typical numbers. Another migratory butterfly, the … Continue reading →

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Natural Enemies Are Our Friends

Posted on May 29, 2012 by

Our six-spotted Tiger Beetle, Cicindela sexguttata, is common along sunny paths and gardens in the late Spring. Cicindela sexguttata, is easily identified by its iridescent metallic green color and 6 brownish spots on its elytra (forewings). Tiger Beetles have keen … Continue reading →

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Living With Insect Bedding

Posted on February 16, 2012 by

by jjneal Insects are increasingly popular pets in the US. Insects can be comfortable in a small terrarium, they are inexpensive to feed and do not usually run up large veterinary bills. Terrariums can be maintained with a variety of … Continue reading →

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Living With Insect Designs

Posted on January 16, 2012 by

Long before modern civilization, humans have decorated their bodies with images of the world around them. That world includes a lot of insects. Insect art decorations can be used to make a personal or an artistic statement and temporary images … Continue reading →

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