Natural history workshops and displays for schools, events and more. #bugsnstuff linktr.ee/bugsnstuff
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1 Dec 2024
Well we're back from this years field trip to... Thailand! A very successful trip as we found all of our target tarantula spiders! Thousands of photos to sort though so stay tuned for the highlights!
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Reception spent a fabulous morning with Guy from @bugsnstuffcom who brought lots of amazing mega beasts to visit! Thank you so much Guy for a really amazing experience, the children loved it! 🪲🪳🦂🕷️🕸️🦎🐍
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"The Hub enjoyed a fantastic workshop today exploring creatures with a visit from Guy from bugsnstuff!"
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Target tarantula no. 6 for this Sri Lankan trip - the Yellow backed Ornamental (Poecilotheria smithi), named after Andrew Smith.
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We're raising a handful of Eyed Hawkmoth (Smerinthus ocellatus) caterpillars here at BNS HQ. Check out that vibrant green body and the blue-coloured spike at the rear!
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"A Bug-Tastic Day to Remember in Early Years and Key Stage 1! Our pupils had an unforgettable hands on learning experience as we welcomed bugsnstuff into school for a series of exciting and educational workshops, meeting Some Incredible “Mega” Creatures!"
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May 27
A closer look at the beautiful colouration of target tarantula no. 5 on this Sri Lankan trip - the stunning Highland Ornamental. Is this Poecilotheria subfusca or something else? Our new lovetarantulas.com documentary answers this question once and for all.
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May 26
Target tarantula no. 5 for this Sri Lankan trip - the stunning highland Ivory Ornamental (Poecilotheria subfusca) - or is it?
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May 24
New addition! Cherry leg titan millipedes (Balustreptus falcatus)! A striking large species reaching up to 20cm in length.
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May 22
We were stopped and searched twice by Sri Lanka's Department of Wildlife Conservation officers accompanied by the local Police. As we take nothing but photos, all went well. We commended them on a job well done and once we explained our project, they wanted selfies with us!
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May 20
They grow up so fast! Time to release around 100 Emperor moth caterpillars (Saturnia pavonia).
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May 13
"What an incredible day we’ve had celebrating the 100th birthday of the wonderful Sir David Attenborough! To make the celebrations extra special, we had an exciting visit from bugsnstuff. The children had the opportunity to meet a variety of fascinating creatures up close!"
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May 11
You could say our recent pairing of Emperor moths (Saturnia pavonia) was a success! We'll raise these up a little more before release, adding to the local population.
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May 10
"This week, Year 5 enjoyed a visit from bugsnstuff and some awesome creatures. The visit supported their learning about rainforests and it was fascinating to see the animals up close and personal!"
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One of our Giant vinegaroons (Mastigoproctus giganteus) is carrying eggs! The eggs are kept in a membranous sac attached to the female's body for several months before hatching.
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Sri Lanka. A nice Wandering spider (Ctenidae). These free-roaming spiders don't spin a web to capture prey but actively hunt in the leaf litter using their good eyesight.
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Monthly weigh-in for BEEF, one of our Smooth sided toads (Rhaebo guttatus).
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Apr 30
Sri Lanka. A nice sized whip scorpion or vinegaroon (Thelyphonus sepiaris). When threatened, they may discharge an offensive, vinegar-smelling liquid, which contains acetic acid!
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Apr 28
"Year 1 and 2 were such brave animal investigators this morning and met lots of minibeasts (although not so mini!) including Joanne the tarantula, a huge cockroach and even a snake! A huge thank you to Guy from bugsnstuff and well done everyone!"
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Apr 23
"Early Years had a fantastic day today! We met Guy from bugsnstuff, who brought along his wonderful and interesting creatures to meet. We got to touch and handle some unique creatures such as a cockroach and millipede, and stroked a lizard, tarantula and snake!"
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Apr 21
Our Emperor moths (Saturnia pavonia) are starting to hatch! We raised a bunch of these last year and they've overwintered as pupae but now they are emerging with the warmer weather. This stunning female is now ready for release!
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