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As described by Edward O. Wilson — perhaps the best known American biologist, researcher, naturalist and author — invertebrates are "The Little Things That Run the World." And indeed they do, in so ma... more
FAQs about Bug Bytes:How many episodes does Bug Bytes have?The podcast currently has 110 episodes available.
September 27, 2024Blue Morpho ButterfliesFound in tropical rainforests from Mexico to South America, Blue Morpho Butterflies have a wingspan of 5 to 8 inches. In regard to their appearance, they seem to have a split personality....more3minPlay
August 17, 2024Bug Bytes: WoodlicePill bugs. Sow bugs. Doodle bugs. Roly-polies. From around the world, there are at least another dozen nicknames for these small animals that are more scientifically referred to as terrestrial isopods, or woodlice....more3minPlay
July 08, 2023Pack Hunting SpidersIf you suffer from arachnophobia (the fear of spiders), then hold onto your seat. While the thought of one spider might be terrifying, what about spiders that hunt in packs of hundreds?...more3minPlay
July 01, 2023Hissing Cockroach HitchhikersThe roaches are messy eaters, leaving bits of foo on their heads. The mites are like a tiny cleaning crew that eats any scraps of food left on the roach’s face....more3minPlay
June 24, 2023Hairstreak ButterfliesMost Hairstreak Butterflies have hair-like tails looking like a pair of antennae and the colored marks looking like eyes. It appears that the butterfly has two heads!...more3minPlay
June 17, 2023Schmidt Pain IndexOuch, that really hurts! But in comparison to the sting of other insects, how much does it really hurt?...more3minPlay
June 10, 2023Termite ArchitectsThese six-legged architects regulate the mound’s internal temperature by opening and closing heating and cooling vents they constructed throughout their home, enabling them to adjust air currents to keep their insect skyscraper at the ideal temperature....more3minPlay
June 03, 2023Invisible MothsInstead of slipping on a cloak, two species of moths rely on the unique shape of the scales that cover their wings to go undetected by bats....more3minPlay
May 27, 2023CicadasMale cicadas use their blaring sounds to communicate with other cicadas. Their songs are used as alarm calls, territorial calls, or ballads to woo the ladies....more3minPlay
May 21, 2023Harvester ButterfliesIntroducing, the Harvester Butterfly …the only species of butterfly in North America where the caterpillars eat meat. More specifically, Woolly aphids are on their limited menu....more3minPlay
FAQs about Bug Bytes:How many episodes does Bug Bytes have?The podcast currently has 110 episodes available.