This summer, the American Public Gardens Association (APGA) has taken measures to fight off the overwhelmingly large amount of invasive pest species that have attempted to colonize in the United States. With tree species like the ash tree and the American chestnut already at risk, we need to take all the measures we can to […]
Bernheim Pollinators: The Yucca Moth
As children, it’s the little things that we often notice: the ants parading through a jungle of grasses, a caterpillar munching on a leaf or a spider waiting for her dinner. Taking delight in the small details of nature can illuminate the remarkable inter-connectiveness of life and bring a bigger picture into focus. Even as […]
Bernheim Pollinators: The Imperial Moth
Related to the giant silkworm moth, the Imperial moth, Eacles imperialis, is one of the largest in North America, reaching up to 7 inches across. Not only is it one of the largest moth species, it is also one of the most variable. This unique variability helps to protect it from predators, as predators have a […]
Bernheim Pollinators: The Hummingbird Clearwing Moth
When thinking about moths, most people picture reclusive creatures that emerge after dusk. The Hummingbird Clearwing Moth (Hemaris thysbe) does not fit that definition. This moth is most active during hot, sunny days, and is often seen zipping around gardens. At first glance, it truly looks like a hummingbird; its coloring is similar and it […]