Insects for Fun!

This week we are talking about an insect that looks both prehistoric and something straight from the Nether in Minecraft. Dobsonflies might be terrifying but honestly you have nothing to fear and in fact its actually a good thing if you see one! 

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Today we are looking at different noteworthy caterpillars that feed on or off other insects, how they do it, and why! The families of caterpillars mentioned in this episode are Geometridae, Epipyropidae, and Lycaenidae. 

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This week we dive into the weird knobs called galls you sometimes see on tree leaves and branches. The culprit is often a tiny wasp, and in this episode, you'll learn how and why. We'll also explore some uses for these protein-packed, unusual plant growths. 

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This week we dive into a very strange species of moth whose caterpillars look like they came right out of a sci-fi monster movie. We're gonna look at their behaviors, adaptations, and of course, how to raise them. 

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This week, we switch gears from the hot trailblazers to the cold and dark excavator insects. We are looking at the top four insects that have evolved to live in cave systems where many other animals could never live. 

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Music by masaki tomiyama

This week we are looking at some insects and one notable arthropod that loves to live where it is unbearably hot. 

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This week, we look at insect tool use across different orders and families. There are some really surprising things in this episode, and there are plenty of mentions of insects that have yet to make an appearance on the podcast.

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This week, we are focusing on one of the most loved and well-known stag beetles around the world. Let's learn about the ecology, behaviors, and even how to raise the Rainbow Stag Beetle, scientifically known as Phalacrognathus muelleri. 

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This week, we're taking a deep dive into one of the world's largest bumble bees and why they're so important for both natural conservation and culture. 

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Music artist: Sudare Ngdegeocello

This week we look at the only species of spider known to spend its entire life cycle under the water! It's an incredible adaptation and we're going to look into how they do it, and what separates them from other more traditional spiders. 

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