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The good, the bad and the buzz of mosquitoes

They may be annoying, but they’re a crucial part of the natural world. Peterborough Examiner  – May 19, 2023 – by Drew Monkman Every year when mid-May rolls around, the relative number of mosquitoes becomes a popular topic of conversation – and one not always appropriate for tender ears. If my recent yardwork Read more…

By Drew Monkman, 2 yearsMay 19, 2023 ago
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Fairy shrimp in Harper Park vernal pool

I had the pleasure of wading around in a vernal pool at Harper Park in Peterborough this afternoon and found 100’s of fairy shrimp (Eubranchipus sp.). They are an indicator species for vernal pools. Wood Frogs breed in this same pool. The pool has lots of ice in it still, Read more…

By Drew Monkman, 8 years ago
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Bites and buzz are blossoming (mosquitoes)

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By Drew Monkman, 13 yearsMay 17, 2012 ago
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Mosquitoes and Black Flies

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By Drew Monkman, 20 yearsMay 17, 2005 ago
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