The interesting life cycle of insects
It seems a bit odd to think of insects having a mother and father, but they do! Here’s their story, from conception to adulthood.
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Explore these links to learn all you’d like to know about insects and how they benefit a backyard wildlife habitat — and the world!
Insects rule! Yes, they really do!
Our world would be very different without insects. They are pollinators, they decompose waste, aerate and fertilize soil, make materials, and more.
Tips for identifying insects, spiders
Lots of people surprise themselves by developing an interest in identifying insects and spiders they see in their yard.
Insects index
Insects are the backbone of most animal life on this planet. Click on a group to learn more about it.
Cicadas: summer’s ancient musicians
Intriguing life cycles and summer songs make them special.
In your yard: pill bugs (roly-poly bugs)
Fun to watch, important to your yard’s ecosystem, and not insects!
In your yard: centipedes
Harmless to humans, beneficial for your yard, and rarely encountered.
How to build a backyard pond
A pond for wildlife is an added bonus for them.
In your yard: millipedes, the first land animals
Millipedes only seem scary. Harmless to humans and beneficial.
The soil in your yard is more than just ‘dirt’
There’s a lot to know about soil.
Ouch! Chiggers, gnats,’no-see-ums’ explained
About chiggers, gnats, black flies, fire ants! Oh my!
