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Joined March 2023
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Though dressed for winter - wooly bear caterpillars burrow beneath fallen leaves for extra protection during fall and winter! Help them stay warm and Leave the Leaves!
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At the end of summer, bumble bee queens burrow just below the soil to wait out winter. Leave the Leaves to give them the extra protection they need! They are also one of the first pollinators to emerge in the spring -make sure they have early blooming flowers to get their energy
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Native Bee Spotlight! Beautiful Augochlora pura green metallic bees have been compared to “flying emeralds.” fs.usda.gov/wildflowers/poll… Photo: Heather Holm
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Be sure to Leave the Leaves this Fall and limit blowing. Many butterflies and moths overwinter as chrysalis or cocoons disguised as dried leaves. Learn more at xerces.org
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The beautiful Luna Moth overwinters as a cocoon in fall leaves - be sure to Leave the Leaves to protect their habitat!
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Check out this great webinar from CT for Animals: Neonicotinoids- An educational webinar: The Effects of Neonicotinoids / Pesticides on our Pollinators, Insects, Animals, and Ecosystems - How you can HELP! ctforanimals.org/videos
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This Fall, Join Our Exciting New Webinar with Dr. Desiree Narango: Cultivating Backyard Habitat for Pollinators in Every Season Learn more and Register Here: zoom.us/meeting/register/tJA…
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🍂 Fall has arrived! 🍁 Check out our Fall Newsletter for the latest updates on all our exciting projects and research across the country. From News from the Pathway to Planting Ideas, we've got it all covered! pollinator-pathway.org/polli…
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Check out our newest blog, Beetles Released for Hemlock Health here: pollinator-pathway.org/blog
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Only 5% of the pesticides on neonic-coated seeds is taken up into the plant, according to industry research. The remaining 95% moves through soil and air into waterways. To learn more visit Patronicity.com/cleanrivers
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Our rivers are not just waterways—they are vital habitats for wildlife. Neonicotinoid pesticides are threatening birds, bees, and other essential species. To learn more about the project and double your donation with Sustainable CT’s Match visit Patronicity.com/cleanrivers
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Passionate about pollinators? Looking for a way to give back to your community? Love getting outside and planting? Start a Pollinator Pathway in your town! Email us at mailto:info@pollinator-pathway.org to get started
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Did you know that common lawn pesticides are making their way into our rivers? To learn more about the project and double your donation with Sustainable CT’s Match visit Patronicity.com/cleanrivers
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Common evening primrose plant (Oenothera biennis) hosts the beautiful pink Primrose moth (Schinia florida). Primrose moths hide inside evening primrose flowers during the day; as the yellow flowers fade to pink, the moths are perfectly camouflaged.
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Our rivers are showing alarming levels of neonicotinoid pesticides, which threaten aquatic ecosystems and human health. Join us in our fight to protect Connecticut’s waterways by funding essential testing. Visit here to learn more: Patronicity.com/cleanrivers
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Connecticut's rivers are at risk from harmful neonicotinoid pesticides. To learn more about the project and double your donation with Sustainable CT’s Match visit Patronicity.com/cleanrivers
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Vermont Becomes Second State to Ban Bee-Killing Neonic Pesticides! Read the full blog post here: pollinator-pathway.org/blog
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What if your yard could be both beautiful AND help save the planet? The Less Lawn, More Life 2024 Challenge kicks off August 1st! Ready to unleash your yard's full potential? Sign up now at LessLawnMoreLife.com and join a community of change-makers today!
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Show your neighbors that your property is on the Pollinator Pathway by displaying your sign! To get your sign, click here: pollinator-pathway.org/sign
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Welcome California to the Pollinator Pathway!! Though individuals have joined, Lemon Grove is the the first community from CA to join the pathway and we couldn't be more excited! Check out Lemon Grove's webpage here: pollinator-pathway.org/towns…
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