Insects for Fun!
An informational podcast covering all things insect and arthropod, hosted by a master in entomology! Join me every Tuesday to learn something new from notable species to broad topics and lore! You can support the show and get extra episodes here: patreon.com/user?u=46499107 Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com
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Welcome to Insects for Fun!
It doesn't matter if you love or hate insects; this podcast is for everyone! Let's dive into a strange world and uncover crazy facts and mysteries about all things entomology!
Episodes
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
Tuesday Jul 16, 2024
This week we are looking at a common pet in aquariums called cherry shrimp! These shrimp have become incredibly famous and evolved in color and use since starting in Taiwan as simple feeder shrimp.
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Music by Takada Fu
Friday Jul 05, 2024
Friday Jul 05, 2024
Today we're going to Australia to learn about the heaviest moth on earth scientifically known as Endoxyla cinereus.
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Music by Shingo Sekiguchi
Wednesday Jun 26, 2024
Wednesday Jun 26, 2024
We're heading to Africa this week to look at one of their most famous beetles: the goliath. We're also going in-depth on how to raise them because they aren't like your traditional beetles.
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Music provided by Lofi Girl with featured artist: HM Surf
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
This week we look at what makes swallowtail butterflies so special, and we go through some species highlights to get you started for butterfly watching this summer! It cannot be expressed enough how beautiful and diverse this small but iconic family of butterflies is.
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Music provided by Lofi Girl with featured artist: HM Surf
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
This week we are looking at paper wasps which was a listener request from Juliet! Paper wasps are different from regular wasps in a number of ways, like personality, behaviors, and even the way they craft their nests.
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Music by Sea - no.
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
This week we look at different disciplines within Urban Entomology along with different insects that have adapted to city life!
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Music by Sea - no.
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Today we're taking a look at some interesting isopods that live by the ocean! Learn all about wharf roaches/sea slaters and what makes them special in today's episode!
Be sure to check out the "Deep Dives With Sharks" podcast wherever you listen. Link below!
https://open.spotify.com/show/05ddvnV4czs9deV0gvuKmh?si=c717fcc52f8a43f5
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Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com
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Tuesday May 21, 2024
Tuesday May 21, 2024
Today we are talking all things millipedes including how they're different from centipedes!
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Today's music was brought to you by Lofi Girl
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Tuesday May 14, 2024
This week was a listener request by Ruth wanting to learn more about centipedes. Learn about some of the crazy things centipedes are capable of along with why you shouldn't play with them.
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Tuesday May 07, 2024
Tuesday May 07, 2024
This week we're looking into the weird creatures known as Skippers! These insects have been an oddity in the order of Lepidoptera and for good reasons. They just don't seem to fit the mold for either moths or butterflies.
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Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6
Music provided by Lofi Girl with featured Artist: Blue Wednesday