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Insects for Fun!

An informational podcast covering all things insect and arthropod, hosted by a master in entomology! Join me every week 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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07:56

The strange relationship between Gossamer Butterflies...

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/04/24

On this week's episode we are diving into the topic of "Myrmecopholi" in Butterflies. Specifically talking about the Lycaenid butterflies and how they manage to have ants tend to their every need. IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 This week's featured artists: Ghostrifter Official, Blue Wednesday, Sleepermane, and Artificial. Music Transcript: Welcome back to episode 35 of insects for fun! I’m your host Mitchel Logan and

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08:20

These moles can fly and swim!? (Mole Crickets)

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2023/04/17

This week we're digging into Mole Crickets! Their behaviors, tunnels, songs, and some cool cultural significance. Support the show :) -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com This weeks artists: HM Surf and Blue Wednesday Transcript: Welcome back to episode 34 of insects for fun! I’m your host as always, Mitchel Logan and today we’re talking about

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38:30

The Stars That Fly Among Us! (Fireflies with Guest...

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/04/10

This week we are talking about Fireflies with Sarah Lower who is an associate professor at Bucknell University! Firefly Watch! - https://www.massaudubon.org/get-involved/community-science/firefly-watch Support the show :) -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ Fb: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Music Artists: Purrple Cat, Sátyr and Phlocalyst

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01:06:20

Special Collaboration with Just Bugs!

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/04/03

This week we are reflecting on and talking about 6 different insects in pop culture with the two hosts from Just Bugs podcast! Support the show :) -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 You can find Just Bugs on all your podcast platforms as well as Instagram! Link to their podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/71bn95LDBMYraYqx1T3Gha?si=a114852136cd46ac Link to their Insta: https://www.instagram.com/justbugspodcast/

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08:41

That’s not an owl... right? (Owl Butterflies)

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/03/27

This week we are looking at Owl Butterflies, their behaviors, and why they got the name! IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com This weeks artists: HM Surf, mønberg, no one's perfect, and sleepermane Transcript: Welcome to episode 32 of Insects for Fun! I’m your host Mitchel Logan and this week we are taking a look at one of my favorite butterflies and the largest butterfly in the Americas,

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09:49

The Hickory Horned Devil! (Citheronia regalis)

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/03/20

This week we are learning about a special giant silkmoth belonging to the subfamily of royal moths! These ones don't produce silken cocoons which are very uncharacteristic for a silkmoth. Support the show :) -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com This week's music artists: HM Surf, PurrpleCat, mell-ø, S N U G, and Sleepermane. Transcript: Welcome to

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12:07

Locusts vs Grasshoppers and a swarm the size of Japan!?

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/03/13

On this week's episode, we look at grasshoppers and locusts and why they're the same but also not! We also go into some crazy history about a locust species that holds the record for the largest swarm ever recorded and their mysterious disappearance. Support the show :) -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG@ Insects4fun Facebook Page: Insects for Fun Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com Today's artists: HM Surf, After Hours, and mell-ø Transcript: Welcome to Episode 30 of insects

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08:35

The fungus that inspired HBO’s and Naughty Dog’s “The...

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/03/06

This week we are looking at the incredible fungus, Orphiocorydeps unilateralis, that started an amazing horror series. The fungus is commonly referred to as the zombie ant fungus and ants have evolved to deal with it in surprisingly similar ways to the people living in the world of "The Last of Us" Support the show :) -> https://www.patreon.com/user?u=46499107 IG: https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Email:

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07:42

Not your average Bull! (Bull Ants)

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/02/27

This week we are looking at the most deadly ant in the world! And of course, it comes from Australia! Learn about what makes these ants so deadly and why they look the way they do in today's episode! IG@ https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com Today's artists are: S N U G and Softy

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08:04

The Blue Winged Helicopter! (Damselfly)

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/02/20

This week we're looking at the largest damselfly on the planet, its habitat, strange food preference, and interesting behaviors! IG@ https://www.instagram.com/insects4fun/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085443614825 Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com This weeks music artists are: kidcut, Artifical.Music, PurrpleCat, Pecan Pie, Sebastian Kamae

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07:02

Wait... insects can make webs too!? (Webspinners)

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/02/13

This week we take a look at some really unique tiny insects with the ability to make their own ecosystems out of webs using their feet! IG@ insects4fun FB@ Insects for Fun Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com Today's Music Artists: HM Surf, persist, and Purrple Cat

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07:14

The Caterpillar that eats Garbage!? (Greater Wax Worms)

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/02/06

This week we talk about the greater wax worm which is a caterpillar known by many in the reptile community as a feeder worm, but! This caterpillar also has a much more heroic use to environmental scientists. IG@ Insects4fun Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com Facebook: Insects for Fun This weeks music artists are: HM Surf, S N U G, H.1 and Ghostrifter Official

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08:19

Dragonfly or Demonfly?

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/01/30

This week we focus on dragonflies and the various names, myths, and unique traits that surround them! IG@ insects4fun Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com Featured Artists: HM Surf, S N U G, and Megan McDuffee

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07:09

The first domesticated insect and sericulture! (The...

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/01/23

This week we are diving into the world's first genuinely domesticated insect the silkmoth Bombyx mori! This moth started the entire silk trade and is still where most of our natural silk products come from today! The cultivation of silkworms for silk is known as "sericulture". Emails to Insectsfordummies@gmail.com IG@insects4fun Today's artists are: HM Surf, Tatami, Ghostrifter Official, Cassiio, Sátyr x Phlocalyst

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07:01

Hercules! The myth. The legend. The beetle? (Hercules...

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/01/16

This week we look at one of the world's strongest insects and go into some really interesting facts about their physical appearance, and what to do if you want one as a pet. Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com IG @insects4fun Special thanks to Lofi Girl for the chill beats! Today's artists: HM Surf, Towerz, Cxlt, Cassiio and Sleepermane

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08:48

The oldest living insects! (Silverfish & Firebrats)

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/01/09

Welcome back to another episode! This week we are talking about the oldest extant insects and what you can do if you find them in your home. Email to Insectsfordummies@gmail.com IG @ Insects4fun Special Thanks to Lofi Girl for the chill beats! Today's artists are: HM Surf and Musikal

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08:49

The Blue Morpho isn’t actually Blue!? (Blue Morpho...

Insects for Fun! ·

2023/01/02

This week we take a closer look at blue morpho butterflies, what makes their color, and why it's advantageous for them to look the way they do. Email: Insectsfordummies@gmail.com IG: Insects4dummies Special Thanks to Lofi Girl for supplying the Chill Beats. Today's artists: møndberg, cubase, and no spirit.

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06:09

Something ACTUALLY lives there!? (Antarctic Midge)

Insects for Fun! ·

2022/12/26

This week I am finally bringing to light a small special insect that is native to Antarctica! Midges are actually a number of different small fly families that are categorized by their small thin bodies. Listener Requests to Insectsfordummies@gmail.com IG@ Insects4fun This weeks artists are: Softy and Purrplecat

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13:34

Human Invaders! (Parasites)

Insects for Fun! ·

2022/12/19

This week is a special listener request episode! We take a look at how parasites are classified and some of the different kinds of parasites we have as humans! Send a request to - Insectsfordummies@gmail.com IG @insects4fun Today's featured artists are Purrple Cat, Ghostrifter Offical, and Tokyo Music Walker!

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09:15

The ants with no home! (Army Ants)

Insects for Fun! ·

2022/12/12

This week we take a look at what makes army ants so unique compared to other species, and whether or not we should run far away when they are on the move! Send a recommendation here - Insectsfordummies@gmail.com IG - insects4fun This weeks artists are: HM Surf, møndberg, PurrpleCat

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