🕷 Spiders of Mississippi: Nature’s Tiny Helpers

Spiders are some of the most fascinating creatures in the animal world. Known for their eight legs, silk webs, and unique hunting skills, these tiny animals play an important role in nature. Many people think spiders are scary, but in reality, most are harmless and even helpful to humans. Mississippi is home to many different... Continue Reading →

🦋 The Butterfly Life Cycle

Butterflies go through four stages in their life. This process is called metamorphosis (meh-tuh-MOR-fuh-sis), which means a complete change in body shape. https://youtu.be/5AATh_qcipg 1. Egg A female butterfly lays her eggs on leaves or stems of plants. The eggs are tiny—sometimes the size of a pinhead! She carefully chooses plants that her baby caterpillars will... Continue Reading →

Butterflies: Nature’s Flying Jewels

August 27, 2025 Everywhere you look—gardens, parks, even schoolyards—you might notice colorful butterflies (BUH-ter-flies). But what’s going on with these delicate, winged wonders? Why do they seem to appear everywhere in spring and summer? Let’s dive into the world of butterflies and uncover their fascinating secrets! https://youtu.be/3w1XYOg7Ouo A Little Background Butterflies are insects in the... Continue Reading →

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