Bristle Flies May Not Be Pretty, but They Are Great Pollinators introduces the bristle fly and some of it’s behaviors to the readers. It also discusses it’s range and uses in agriculture.
On the Grass In Ancient Greek mythology there is a story about an old, grizzled and unattractive boatman who had...
The Grasshopper Bee Fly is a Wonderful Pollinator tells readers about the author’s unusual encounter with a grasshopper bee fly. It also gives readers some facts about this species and bee flies in general.
The Colorful Red Bull Assassin is Great for Pest Control discusses the Red Bull assassin bug and assassin bugs in general. It also tells the story of the author’s interactions with this particular bug.
Even My Least Favorite Animals Do Have Great Uses introduces readers to the most common of Florida’s three scorpions. It discusses the author’s experiences with them and some of their basic life history.
The Blue Dasher is a Beautiful Fall Visitor describes the author’s encounter with a male blue dasher dragonfly. It then goes on to give readers a few facts about these interesting insects..
You Never Know Where You’re Going to Find Beautiful Wildlife reminds readers to be vigilant when looking for wildlife specimens. It goes on to give the example of the author’s encounter with some common buckeye butterflies, and tells a bit about them.
The Common Eastern Bumblebee is a Powerful Pollinator discusses the life cycle and the life style of the most common bumblebee in eastern North America. It also explains why these bees are such great pollinators that they are sometimes raised for use in agriculture.
The Gulf Fritillary is One of Florida’s Most Spectacular Butterflies shows multiple images of the gorgeous adult butterfly and the caterpillar and tells readers about the butterfly’s unique lifestyle. It also discusses it’s range and habitat so that you will know where to find them yourself.
The Slender Meadow Katydid is a Well Hidden Wildlife Gem explains why this common insect is rarely seen by most people. It also gives information about the lifestyle and lifecycle of the katydid.
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