Common urban pests compared to the size of a penney, from left to right: Male German cockroach, female German cockroach, female Surinam cockroach. Photo by Sarah Bernard
Being able to identify the insects you see around your home or garden …
What is a bug?
Fulgorid planthopper, Honduras. Photo by Sarah Bernard
What we commonly call bugs is actually an entire order of insects called Hemiptera. True bugs are different from other insects. Their mouthparts are specialized to suck plant juices, the blood of birds, …
What is an entomologist?
Exhibit “Termites Eat Your Home!” produced by University of Florida outreach programs. Photo by Sarah Bernard
An entomologist is a scientist that studies insects and how they interact with their environment. Knowing how insects behave and interact with …
Can I eat bugs??
Beekeepers practice apiculture | Photo by Sarah Bernard
Yes, you can eat bugs! As long as you don’t have a shellfish allergy, that is. In fact, you already eat insects and products made from insects every day …
Collection Tips by the Bug Chicks
Learn how to make your own bug net! The Bug Chicks, joined by Junior Master Gardeners, show you how easy it is. You’ll also get tips, tricks, and techniques to catch insects, just like an entomologist!
You can also …
What is water evaporation?
Evaporation is a process where liquid turns into a gas. When water gains heat energy it changes to a gas. An increase in temperature speeds up the rate of evaporation. Water evaporates when it is boiled.
How does water evaporate?…
FAQ Index: Agricultural Sciences
You and your friends may have a lot of questions about agriculture. We call them Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Many of them can be found in the list below.
…FAQ Index: Water
You and your friends may have a lot of questions about water. We call them Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Many of them can be found in the list below.
…Aerospace for Youth
Aerospace
Aerospace is about aviation and space exploration! Aviation involves the science, engineering, and technology of what it takes to fly in the earth’s atmosphere. Space exploration is about navigating outer space beyond the earth’s atmosphere. The topics of aviation …
What is water?
Water is a colorless and odorless substance found all over Earth. Water is made up of billions of molecules. Each molecule is made of one oxygen and two hydrogen atoms held together by strong covalent bonds.
Water is found …