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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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07:20

Patreon Episode: A two day delay beetle, ants that...

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/08/05

Today is a bonus episode from my backlog of bonus Patreon content. You can unlock AD free episodes, bonus episodes and vlogs over at Patreon.com/insectsforfun! Chapters: (00:08) Circadian rhythm anomaly (02:01) The relationship between blue tits and winter moths (03:45) How one ant species throws lions off their game (05:51) Heliconia butterflies take their mimicry to a whole new level Patreon ->

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10:32

Hermit Crabs! (are they actually hermits?)

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/07/29

This week we are looking at one of my crabs! Summer is finally here and what speaks summer more than a beach trip with these little crustaceans? Today we're learning all about what it means to be a hermit crab. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music by Seono

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06:58

Cherry Shrimps! (Neocaridina davidi)

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2024/07/15

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. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music by Takada Fu

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08:31

Giant Wood Moths! (Heaviest Moth)

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2024/07/05

Today we're going to Australia to learn about the heaviest moth on earth scientifically known as Endoxyla cinereus. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music by Shingo Sekiguchi

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11:20

Goliath Beetles!

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/06/26

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. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music provided by Lofi Girl with featured artist: HM Surf

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11:07

Swallowtail Butterflies! (An Overview)

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/06/19

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. Patreon -> 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 Discord ->

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11:34

Paper Wasps!

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2024/06/11

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. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music by Sea - no.

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11:11

Urban Entomology! (Insects in the city and more...)

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2024/06/04

This week we look at different disciplines within Urban Entomology along with different insects that have adapted to city life! Support Insects for Fun! :) Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music by Sea - no.

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06:52

Sea Slaters/Wharf Roaches!

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2024/05/28

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 Support Insects for Fun! :) Patreon

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10:17

Millipedes!

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/05/21

Today we are talking all things millipedes including how they're different from centipedes! Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Today's music was brought to you by Lofi Girl

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11:14

Centipedes!

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/05/14

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. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6

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08:21

These skippers skipped the Butterflies 101 lecture...

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/05/07

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. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music provided by Lofi Girl with

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09:31

It's Tony the Tiger Beetle!? (Tiger Beetles)

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/04/30

This week is all about the tiger beetles the incredibly fast and ferocious Coleoptera that can't seem to stay in a taxonomic family. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music from LofiGirl with featured Artist: HM Surf

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07:16

Insect culture in Japan and why it's so good!

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/04/23

This week we're looking at the wonderful world of insects in the far eastern part of the world. Japan has a booming insect culture that's always been around. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music from LofiGirl with featured Artist: HM Surf

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09:40

We get it, these butterflies are white! (Cabbage...

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/04/16

Today we are taking a closer look at one of the most easily recognized species of butterflies in the world. The common white or cabbage white butterfly. These insects are easily overlooked, but they've got some pretty cool behaviors and adaptations beneath the surface.Patreon -> 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 Discord ->

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09:39

Oh yes, Katy did! (Katydids/Bush Crickets)

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2024/04/09

This week we look at my favorite group of orthoptera, tettigoniidae also known as katydids and bush crickets. Many people get these insects confused for others like grasshoppers or even cicadas (because of their songs) but they hold a special place in the insect class. Today we learn about their songs, behaviors, and much more. Patreon

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11:57

Me oh My oh Mayfly!

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/04/01

This week we look into the brief but amazing lives of mayflies covering their behaviors, life cycles, cultural importance, and mating rituals. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music featuring: Masaki Tomiyama

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08:20

Green Lacewings! aka Aphid Lions

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/03/25

This week is all about the beautiful and voracious green lacewing! We learn about their life cycle, their habits, and why people love to have them around their gardens. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music featuring Kazuya Morita

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10:26

Horseshoe Crabs! Wait...they aren't actually crabs?

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/03/19

This week we break down what it means to be a horseshoe crab and talk about the mechanics behind their blue blood and why it's so important. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6

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07:53

Butterfly memories, the decision making of insects,...

Insects for Fun! ·

2024/03/05

Today is one of the Patreon exclusive episodes talking about discoveries and broader topics in the world of Entomology. There's much more where this came from over on Patreon.com/Insects for fun. Patreon -> 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 Discord -> https://discord.gg/pDJH3CYcG6 Music provided from Lofi Girl with featured Artist: HM Surf

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