10 interesting facts about spiders
Read about some interesting spiders. And, btw, spiders aren’t insects!
Monthly Archives: May, 2015
How to help a turtle crossing a road
You should never pick up a turtle by the tail — it can hurt it. So, pick it up by grabbing on each side of its shell behind the front legs.
Snails: frequent questions
Where do snails live? What’s with their slimy trail? And more.
Earthworm questions you didn’t know you had!
Do worms have a head? How long do they live? Do they freeze in winter? Why are the slimy? More.
How to attract earthworms to your garden
The more earthworms there are, the more fertile the soil. Attract them with moisture, plant matter and a little TLC.
All about termites–and they’re mostly beneficial (yes, really!)
All about termites, among the most destructive pests on earth, but, also, one of the most beneficial. In fact, we probably can’t survive without them.
Interesting facts about ground squirrels
Facts about ground squirrels, chipmunks, prairie dogs, marmots, and the Groundhog.
Mulching makes a big difference
Mulch makes a big difference to planting beds. It helps to reduce evaporation, maintain soil temperature and more.
