Forest Entomology (CREEPY CRAWLIES) with Kristen Wickert
Ologies with Alie Ward
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Intriguing Insect Interactions
This chapter investigates the complex relationships among forest bugs, trees, and mycorrhizae, emphasizing the role of insects in exploiting fungal networks for information. It also covers the life of cicadas, their long maturation process, and their culinary potential, alongside a conversation about overlooked insects like flies and hoverflies. The dialogue further touches on the ethics of hiking, the influence of fungi on cicada behavior, and personal anecdotes about Saturnid moths, culminating in a rich discussion of nature's cycles.
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