Can You Spot the Lie? Periodical Cidadas
I’ve been seeing a lot of articles for the past two months about the emergence of periodical cicadas–these are the ones that stay underground for 17 years. Many of the
Can You Spot the Lie? Ants… and Happy Earth Day!
Happy Earth Day, friends. I hope you make some time today to get outside and celebrate our amazing Earth. I have been spending a lot of time creating some children’s
Weekly Puzzler Answer #236
Someone once asked me what kind of caterpillar this was. It is easy to see how it could be mistaken for a caterpillar as both have long bodies and lots
Weekly Puzzler #236: A Black Body, Yellow Spots and Lots of Yellow Legs
Our next puzzler is a critter that many might not notice as it is only 2 inches long. But if you’re walking along on a forest trail and spot one
Can You Spot the Lie? Mosquitoes
Okay so yes, we all love most changes that warmer weather brings, but I bet none of you out there appreciates the uninvited guests that show up in our yards
Weekly Puzzler Answer #228
Was last week’s mystery insect one you’ve ever seen before? It is a beneficial insect that you should be happy to discover in your garden. Called, appropriately, a Lacewing, or Chrysoperla
Weekly Puzzler #229: Gregarious, Furry, Orange and Black Caterpillar
In the years since I have lived at my house in the woods, I have transformed the backyard from a grassy lawn to a collection of perennial “islands” that feature