Worker bees are the backbone of any thriving beehive, performing a wide range of essential tasks that keep the colony alive and productive. From cleaning and feeding larvae to foraging for nectar and guarding the hive, these female bees work tirelessly throughout their short but impactful lives. In this article, we’ll explore […]
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The red admiral butterfly (Vanessa atalanta) is a common butterfly found in most areas of North America and Europe. They live mainly in woodlands where they feed on flower nectar, tree sap, and overripe fruit. The name of this medium-sized butterfly comes from the distinctive red band on its black wings.
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This bright blue butterfly can be found throughout the summer months in sunny and grassy areas. The common blue butterfly is small, it’s most active between April and October and it’s one of the most widespread blue butterfly species. The most popular habitats are grassy meadows, large gardens, parks, heath-land, waste ground, and woodland rides.
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Many people who love nature and insects may have asked themselves the question, “Can butterflies feel pain?”. This is understandable; it’s a painful topic; we see these beautiful insects struggle to survive and suffer and wonder about their experiences. Pain is subjective; it requires the capability to sense a negative stimulus and process that as
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Cross-pollination is an often overlooked and yet important aspect of agriculture and plant reproduction. This process is the transference of pollen from the anthers (male reproductive plant organs) to the stigma (female reproductive organs) of a separate flower that belongs to the same species. This process increases the genetic diversity in plants and facilitates a
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Butterflies are important for our ecosystems; their very presence is an indication of health as they are pollinators and an integral part of the food web. Sadly, there are many endangered butterflies, and these species need to be part of conservation efforts as we move forward. Promoting butterfly conservation can have a ripple effect on
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There are approximately 17,00 butterfly species that have been identified around the world at least 750 of these species can be found in the U.S. Butterflies are an important indicator of a healthy ecosystem and areas rich with butterflies and moths are often rich with other invertebrates too.
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Entomology is the study of insects and within this scientific field “green butterflies”. It is not a term that would be applied to a specific butterfly species. In fact, butterflies come in many different colors and this includes various green shades. Some butterflies may appear to have green wings due to an iridescent or metallic
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The Mourning Cloak butterfly or Nymphalis antiopa is a mysterious and captivating species that has unique and distinctive characteristics that make it easily recognizable within the butterfly world. It is best known for its coloration and its unique wing shape, but there is so much more to learn. So, here we’ll explore the Mourning Cloak
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Butterflies seem to enjoy a carefree existence as they flutter from flower to flower. However, the threat from butterfly predators is never far away. Beyond the idyllic scenes of sun-dappled landscapes, a fierce struggle for survival occurs daily. Birds, insects, and mammals don’t appreciate the beauty and charm of butterflies. Instead, they view the enchanting,
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