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Brains On! Science podcast for kids

Why do we need bugs?

Mar 28, 2023

35:25

Episode guests

Meredith Cenzer

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Quick takeaways

Insects play vital roles in the ecosystem by pollinating plants and breaking down waste.

Conservation efforts are crucial to support insect diversity and abundance amidst global population declines.

Deep dives

The Importance of Insects for the Environment

Insects play a crucial role in the ecosystem by pollinating plants, breaking down waste, and serving as food sources for various animals. Despite some negative perceptions, most insects are harmless and contribute significantly to maintaining a healthy environment.

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Introduction

1min

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Why Do We Need Bugs?

2min

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How to Make Bug Houses

2min

4.

The Amazing Beauty of Insects

2min

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Bugs and the Bee's Knees

3min

6.

The Coolest Insects Are Bees

2min

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The Importance of Insects in the Soil

2min

8.

Bugs and the Ecosystem

2min

9.

How to Find Quality Talent Fast With Indeed

3min

10.

Henry J. Flyman Helps You See the Beauty in Bugs

3min

11.

The Disgust Reflex

2min

12.

Henry J. Fleiman: A Trap Coat of Flies

2min

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The Value of Insects

3min

14.

The Problem With Insects on the Windshield

3min

15.

The Bug Signal

2min

16.

The Brains on Our Roll

4min

Insects can live almost anywhere: backyards, mountaintops, scorching hot deserts, underwater, even on Antarctica! There are more than a million different species out there, from speedy dragonflies that zip through the air as fast as a car to rainbow-colored beetles living in tropical rainforests. Plus, scientists are discovering new ones all the time! But why does the world need bugs? And why do they make us feel a little icky sometimes? In this super buggy episode, Molly and co-host Lorna meet bug scientist Meredith Cenzer and learn more about what we can do to protect our tiny friends.

This episode was sponsored by:

Indeed (Indeed.com/BRAINS - Terms and conditions apply. Cost per application pricing not available for everyone.)

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