Bug Squad

A daily (M-F) blog launched Aug. 6, 2008 and about the wonderful world of insects and those who study them. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Searching for the Most Unusual Gift?

December 10, 2015
It's definitely one of a kind. If you gift this to a family, friend or yourself, no one can ever take it away. It can't be stolen, damaged or lost. You'll never wear it out. It will never go out of fashion. It will always be considered special, creative, generous and thoughtful.
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Stop and Smell the Rosemary

December 9, 2015
There's been a lot of talk lately about rosemary. Sniff the fragrance of the herb and it will improve your memory. That's what's being said.
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Counting Chickens, Counting Chrysalids

December 7, 2015
Counting butterflies before they eclose from their chrysalids is sort of like counting chickens before they hatch. We've done both: raised chickens and reared butterflies. Fact is, you never know if a butterfly will eclose.
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Dear Santa: Let Me Bee All I Can Bee

December 4, 2015
If you're looking for a holiday gift for your favorite beekeeper or a wanna-be beekeeper (hey, that person could be you!), here's something you may want to consider. Bee scientists at the Harry H. Laidlaw Jr.
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