From Folklore to Science: Uncovering the Mysteries of Moths
Think moths are just nighttime butterflies? Think again. With over 11,000 species in the U.S., moths support biodiversity and inspire learning in areas like
There are many myths and legends about carnivorous plants. We can find examples of these plants right here in Western MA. Local greenhouses, including the Berkshire Botanical Garden (Stockbridge, MA), Botanic Garden of Smith College (Northampton, MA) Mount Holyoke College Botanic Garden (South Hadley, MA), and UMass Amherst Morrill Greenhouse, have specimens of the infamous corpse flower (Amorphophallus titanum), which blooms every 3-5 years. The Hawley Bog Preserve has a species of pitcher plant that flowers every year in June, along with other carnivorous plants like sundew and bladderwort. If you want to learn more, visiting them in their natural habitat is the best way to do so. Take your field guides and spend some time observing these unique plants and their ecosystem. Get curious and ask questions like “What’s the difference between a bog and wetlands?” or “Why are bogs important ecosystems?” Blooming bog flowers are also a great way to connect with the season through native species.
Think moths are just nighttime butterflies? Think again. With over 11,000 species in the U.S., moths support biodiversity and inspire learning in areas like
For many families, sandy shores mean rest and play. But these coastlines also support livelihoods and traditions. Through self-directed learning, explore how cultures around
Some cycles last a day, others thousands of years. Like comets, zooming past Earth on cosmic timelines. This week, explore space rocks, meteor showers,
