Is it a Kissing Bug or a Leaf-footed Bug?
What’s the difference between a kissing bug, an assassin bug or a leaf-footed bug?
Can you guess the species of this pupa?
We found a caterpillar! Then it turned into a pupa. What could it be?
Bug Blast at the Burke Museum!
Bug Blast at the Burke Museum at the University of Washington is an incredible event filled with insects, arthropods, experts and people who are excited to learn.
Evidence of Animals (Frass Happens)
Going on a bug hunt but can’t find any animals? There’s always an evidence of insects or other arthropods that is left behind. Plus, learn what insect poo is called! Frass!
"But Why Kids" Radio Show
The Bug Chicks were featured on the “But Why Kids” Radio Show, answering questions about bees, wasps and other insects!
A Few Pollinators
The Bug Chicks explore a few pollinating insects using the Celestron FlipView microscope.
Sexual Dimorphism: how males and females look different
Sexual dimorphism is where the male and females look visibly different. There are many insects that exhibit this trait.
The Color of Love
The insects of the world are a riot of color! Using a microscope, The Bug Chicks explore structural color, scales, pigment and hairs on insects.
Best Microscope Shots
Looking at the best arthropod pictures from our Celestron microscopes. These bugs are beautiful up-close!
Insects, Phototaxis and the Dark
What happens when insects are exposed to light? How can we better see them in the dark?
Fall Foliage
As the leaves turn colors in the fall, we can find a lot of interesting leaf morphologies- and a few white flies.
Bug Craft: Window Wings
Looking for a fun and easy bug/insect related craft to do this weekend? These window wings are perfect! And they are long-lasting while still being easy to remove.
The Future of Women's History
For Women’s History Month, we’re talking about the importance of access to science and literacy.