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Gardening for Butterflies (Xerces Society Guide)From the publisher:
Protect and nurture the most beloved garden guests: butterflies, nature's kaleidoscopes with wings. The Xerces Society introduces you to a variety of butterflies who need our help and provides suggestions for native plants to attract them, habitat designs to help them thrive, and garden practices to accommodate all their stages of life. Join the effort to conserve butterflies and moths, and learn proven strategies for welcoming these extraordinary visitors.
From Timber Press. ISBN 978-1-60469-598-4, 286 pp, 2017.Price: $24.95Out of stock -
Give Sea Turtles a Safe Path Nesting PosterNesting season poses risks for sea turtles along Florida's coasts. Artificial lighting and other human impacts can disorient hatchlings or obstruct their journey to the sea. This informative 11" x 17" color poster aims to educate beachgoers and property owners on simple actions they can take to support sea turtles and enhance their chances of survival.
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Growing Up Florida-FriendlyGrowing Up Florida-Friendly: A Kid's Guide to the 9 Principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™. This colorful, easy-to-read book is the perfect way to introduce youth to the nine principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping™. Follow the travels of "Miss Flory" and FFL™ Kids Harriet and Russell as they learn to create vibrant, sustainable landscapes through efficient water use, mulching, distinguishing good bugs from bad bugs, recycling waste, and other important FFL™ practices. Written and illustrated by Florida Master Gardener Volunteers, this delightful book can be shared by children and adults, in the classroom and at home.
By Kim Pepitone Cottrell
Illustrated by Evelyn Lavaughn Davis
58 pages, full color. Copyright 2020.Price: $6.99In stock -
Hatching with My "Peeps": Embryology Countdown CalendarHatching with My 'Peeps' is designed for all classrooms participating in 4-H Embryology projects. This colorful wall calendar provides a daily guide for teachers and students to successfully incubate chicken eggs and follow the progress of their development from embryos to hatchlings. Each page represents a day in the development of the embryo and includes photos and descriptions of the developmental stage, a "chick" list for daily maintenance and observation, vocabulary words, and fun learning activities. The 11" x 17" calendar is coil-bound and vinyl-coated, allowing you to write on it with a dry-erase marker, wipe it off, and use it again in class after class.
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Identification Guide to the Frogs of FloridaDiscover the fascinating world of Florida's frogs and toads with this handy guide. Perfect for nature enthusiasts, this resource provides information on each of the state's 27 native and three nonnative species, complete with vibrant photos. Learn about their habitats, diets, ranges, and breeding behaviors.
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Identifying Stink Bugs and Similar True Bugs of FloridaThere's more to stink bugs than their smell. Some species eat plants and in large numbers can cause serious economic damage, while some stink bugs are harmless or can even be beneficial to crops and gardens. Accurately identifying bugs is the first and most important step in Integrated Pest Management, and this handy guide can help you tell the good bugs from the bad.Twenty-five important species are identified in full-color photos of adults, nymphs, and eggs; with descriptions of identifying features, common hosts, relative size, and pest status. If you're a grower, a plant industry professional, a gardener, or just a curious naturalist, this is a guide you'll want to have close-at-hand.
5" x 3", laminated, ring binding.
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Insect World Records PosterThis captivating poster features eleven vibrant insects, showcasing records ranging from the heaviest to the deadliest. Derived from an award-winning UF entomology website, this collection highlights the longest, fastest, and loudest bugs, among other intriguing insect facts. The full-color, 12" x 18" poster is a visual delight for insect enthusiasts and those intrigued by the wonders of the insect world.
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Insects & Bugs Backyard WorkbookHands-on Projects, Quizzes, and Activities for Kidsby Jaret C. Daniels
Take a hands-on approach to learning about insects and bugs!
Insects and bugs provide incredible opportunities for getting outside and discovering nature. There are so many kinds to see and appreciate - even in your backyard or at a nearby park.
This workbook puts students in control of their own learning. Creative activities and simple projects engage young learners, providing a perfect introduction to hypothesizing, experimenting, and observing the world around them.
Inside you'll find:- Fun introductions to a variety of insects and bugs
- 22 hands-on science projects
- Interactive activities that foster an appreciation of nature
- Expert information from an entomologist
From Adventure Publications. ISBN 978-1-64755-159-9, 2021.
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Insects & Bugs for KidsButterflies, Bees, and More: An Introduction to Entomology by Jaret C. Daniels
From the publisher:
Embark on a journey as a young entomologist with Jaret C. Daniels, the author of numerous bug books. This engaging kids' introduction to entomology covers a wide array of insects, from bees and butterflies to spiders and other creepy crawlies. Designed for beginners, the book provides easy-to-understand information about bugs found in the USA and southern Canada.
Inside, you'll discover:
Essential details on a variety of bugs
Basics of entomology and bug anatomy
Identification guide for common and significant bugs
Enjoyable bonus activities for the entire family
Published by Adventure Publications, with ISBN 978-1-64755-164-3, this 128-page book offers an exciting exploration of the insect world. (2021)Price: $12.95In stock -
Insects: Friend or Foe?The "Insects: Friend or Foe?" poster features vibrant, full-color images of common insects, both beneficial and pest species. Its larger size, 12"x18", makes it ideal for classrooms, gardens, or homes. It also provides a link to the UF/IFAS Featured Creatures website for further learning. An essential tool for any nature enthusiast!
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Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management: Northern FloridaThis comprehensive brochure is an essential guide to creating pollinator-friendly landscapes while effectively managing pests in North Florida. It emphasizes the crucial role of insect pollinators in ecosystems and agriculture and offers practical strategies for integrating pest control with pollinator conservation. Discover how to design urban landscapes that minimize pest issues, attract beneficial insects, and enhance biodiversity. Ideal for gardeners, landscapers, and those interested in sustainable practices.
Dimensions: 18.5" x 7.5"
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Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management: Southern FloridaThis comprehensive brochure is an essential guide to creating pollinator-friendly landscapes while effectively managing pests in South Florida. It emphasizes the crucial role of insect pollinators in ecosystems and agriculture and offers practical strategies for integrating pest control with pollinator conservation. Discover how to design urban landscapes that minimize pest issues, attract beneficial insects, and enhance biodiversity. Ideal for gardeners, landscapers, and those interested in sustainable practices.
Dimensions: 18.5" x 7.5"
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Keep Monarchs SafeAn educational coloring book about monarch conservation
Illustrated by Samm Wehman Epstein
Written by Kristin Rossetti and Jaret Daniels
Monarch butterflies are perhaps the most celebrated insects in the world. But without our protection, monarch populations can decline, and their spectacular migrations could soon be a thing of the past.
Fortunately, there are some simple steps we can take to help monarchs, as outlined in this educational coloring book suitable for children and adults.
As you color in Samm Wehman Epstein’s charming illustrations, you’ll experience the monarch’s life cycle and seasonal migrations. You’ll also learn about the milkweeds and other host plants that serve as a food source for caterpillars. The book closes with a glossary and a checklist of ways you can help monarch populations thrive.
Perfect for classrooms, outdoor activities, or just relieving stress, Keep Monarchs Safe is a wonderful way to learn about this imperial species.26 pp.
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Look-alikes Entomology PostersExplore this entomological learning tool in our special bundle – acquire all four posters at an incredible price! Measuring 12" x 18", these lively posters serve as invaluable tools for distinguishing insects frequently mistaken for others. Enhance your understanding of insect diversity with this essential setPrice: $18.00In stock -
Look-alikes: Biting and Stinging InsectsAt times, discerning whether an invading insect will deliver a painful bite or sting, or is merely a harmless nuisance, can be challenging. This vibrant 12" x 18" poster is designed to assist you in identifying biting and stinging insects frequently mistaken for others, providing clarity in your encounters with these creatures.Price: $5.00In stock -
Look-alikes: Disease-Transmitting ArthropodsDiscover which insects and other arthropods pose a threat to yourself and your pets, and distinguish those that merely appear threatening. This colorful 12" x 18" poster is a helpful tool to identify disease-transmitting arthropods that are often confused with other, harmless species.Price: $5.00In stock -
Look-alikes: Household Pest InsectsPrecision in identification is the initial and crucial step in eliminating insect pests from your home. This vibrant 12" x 18" poster serves as a valuable aid in recognizing household pest insects, specifically those commonly mistaken for other species.
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Look-alikes: Lawn and Garden InsectsCricket or grasshopper? Bee or wasp? Accurate identification is the crucial first step in effective lawn and garden pest management. Explore this knowledge with our vibrant 12" x 18" poster, designed to help you distinguish common lawn and garden insects that are frequently confused with other species.Price: $5.00In stock -
Monarch Butterflies: Eastern United StatesThe key to a thriving butterfly garden is ensuring that caterpillars have an abundant food source! Native milkweeds, in particular, play a crucial role as host plants for monarch butterflies. Our vibrant four-fold brochure serves as a succinct guide, showcasing native host plants that offer nourishment and shelter for not only monarch larvae but also 26 other butterfly species commonly found throughout the Eastern United States.
Dimensions: 4.5” x 7.5”, expands to 18.5” x 7.5” when unfolded.Price: $0.60In stock -
Monarch Butterflies: Northern Great PlainsThe key to a thriving butterfly haven is ensuring caterpillars have an abundant food source! Native milkweeds, vital host plants for monarch butterflies, are spotlighted in this vibrant four-fold brochure. It serves as a succinct guide to native plants, offering nourishment and shelter for monarch larvae and 26 other butterfly species prevalent across the expansive beauty of the northern Great Plains in the United States.
Dimensions: 4.5” x 7.5”, unfolding to an impressive 18.5” x 7.5”.Price: $0.60In stock