Monthly Archives: June 2017

Summer is here….and so are cicadas!

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Have you been hearing loud noises in trees when you go outside lately? Male cicadas are well known for their “song”.  They rest on trees and produce a whining sound that is attractive to females (cicada females, that is…). The sound is produced by two vibrating membranes on the side of the cicada abdomen.  Fortunately, for those who do not enjoy the “music”, female cicadas do not “sing”. Cicadas are fairly large insects with some growing over 1 1/2 inches. Color can vary depending upon the species, but… Read More →

Mid-year check on bug webinar series watching

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Have you been tuning in the first Friday of each month to the All Bugs Good and Bad webinar series? If you have no idea what I’m writing about or you possibly missed one or more along the way, FEAR NOT….we’ve got you covered! Each webinar has been taped for your viewing convenience (yes, you can watch in your PJs at home if you want).  All you have to do is click on the link of the webinar you want to view below and then click the green… Read More →

Austin’s 10th Annual BugFest

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Event: Austin’s 10th Annual BugFest When: Saturday, June 10th at 4-8:00 PM Where: At in.gredients 2610 Manor Rd, Austin, Texas 78722 Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/10th-annual-austin-bug-eating-festival-tickets-34667068134 What: Open to the public and free for kids, BugFest is your chance to learn about insects as food for people, pets and livestock. Taste food made with insects, see Chef Josh Jones, Co-Founder of Salt & Time and Chef PV do bug cooking demonstrations, enjoy SPUN ice cream, kids activity tables hosted by ATX urban farm, Green Gate Farm and GirlsEmpowerment Network. Hear the Austin premier of BugFest… Read More →