Monthly Archives: June 2012

Bug of the Week: Baby Black Widows

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Roberta

Have you ever seen baby black widows that have just hatched from their eggs? We did yesterday. It turns out that immature black widow spiders are not black at all. They are brown and white. They do show one characteristic … Continue reading →

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Mystery Seed of the Week 121

Posted on June 26, 2012 by Roberta

Our mystery seeds this week are “the pits.” Inside the pits are the seeds, which resemble almonds. These are not almonds, however. Do you know where these seeds are found? Be sure to leave us a comment if you have … Continue reading →

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Bug of the Week: Celebrate Pollinators!

Posted on June 20, 2012 by Roberta

It’s National Pollinator Week (June 17 through June 23, 2012) and we’re celebrating insect pollinators! Did you know that many plants will not produce fruit unless they are properly pollinated? Roughly one third of the food in the grocery store, … Continue reading →

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