Creating a Butterfly-Friendly Garden

Black Swallowtail

Creating a Butterfly-Friendly Garden is a wonderful way to attract these beautiful pollinators and support their life cycles. Creating a Butterfly-Friendly Garden: Butterflies are not only charming to watch but also play a crucial role in pollinating plants. Designing a garden that caters to their needs can help enhance biodiversity and contribute to the overall … Read more

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Drumming Katydid

Drumming Katydid

So I was sitting on my Muskoka chair on my deck in the backyard, and this little guy flew down from the trees and landed on my leg. He visited for a good 5 minutes, allowing me to get a really good look. Nature is so grand. Drumming katydids, also known as drumming grasshoppers or … Read more

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Dead Wood

dead wood logs

Beetles and carpenter ants burrow into dead wood, then birds eat the insects. This leaves perfect chambers for cavity-nesting solitary bees to lay their eggs. To create a habitat for native bees, leave or place stumps, logs, and branches in your yard.

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How to Watch Praying Mantis Eggs Hatch

Praying Mantis Eggs

Watching praying mantis eggs hatch can be a fascinating and rewarding experience for nature enthusiasts. Praying mantises are known for their unique appearance and impressive hunting abilities, and their eggs are just as interesting. The egg cases, also known as oothecae, are typically laid in the fall and can contain anywhere from dozens to hundreds … Read more

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How to Photograph Fireflies

firefly

Photographing fireflies can be a magical experience. These tiny creatures light up the night sky with their bioluminescence, creating a stunning display that is both mesmerizing and elusive. Capturing this natural phenomenon on camera can be challenging, but with the right equipment and techniques, anyone can take stunning photos of fireflies. The first step to … Read more

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