Cicada's worst enemy - Cicada Killer Wasp
Cicada Killer wasp are cicada's worst nightmare. Find out why they prey on these insects that are twice their weight.
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BEHIND THE SCENES
FUN FACTS
Nature is full of wonder. Through our Nature Treasure Hunter adventures, we discovered so many fascinating facts about the wildlife we encountered. Read on to learn more about them and get inspired.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Aug 7, 2020
- 2 min
Two bugs that agree their own waste is the best defense
When you are a helpless larva, being creative with defense is the only way to survival.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Aug 4, 2020
- 1 min
What kind of bug will pile on the junk as a disguise?
If you have seen moving debris make it's way across your plant and think you might be losing your mind, it's the Green Lacewing larvae.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Jul 13, 2020
- 2 min
Meet the original bubble maker hiding underneath the foam
Have you ever noticed tiny clusters of bubbles on your plants and wondered how they got there?
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Jun 23, 2020
- 1 min
Have you seen a lady bug larva and did you know they pupate?
Before lady bugs reach adulthood and resemble the red domed beetles we love, they go through a few metamorphosis.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Mar 30, 2020
- 1 min
Nature's Most Talented Ceramic Artist
No these miniature jugs are not made by tiny elves, they are the handy work of the Potter Wasp.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Mar 26, 2020
- 1 min
Who Made The Hole In The Clam Shell?
In any shelling expedition, finding a beautiful shell with a ready made hole is the ideal prize for any subsequent necklace project.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Mar 25, 2020
- 1 min
Is that a two inch stinger?
The female Giant Ichneumon Wasp may look threatening but she cannot sting and is harmless to humans.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Mar 23, 2020
- 1 min
It's Not a Magician, It’s an Eastern Box Turtle
When it comes to defense, Eastern Box Turtle would rather stay put then run.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Mar 23, 2020
- 1 min
Flying Lemurs Do Not Fly and Are Not Lemurs
Find out how they travel from tree to tree and who they are related to.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Feb 25, 2020
- 2 min
All About Asian Pied Hornbill’s Peculiar Nesting Habit
Asian Pied Hornbill not only mate for life, they take raising their young very seriously.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Feb 25, 2020
- 1 min
Why Do Butterflies Curl Their Proboscis?
Find out why butterflies curl and uncurl their proboscis when they first emerge.
Nature Treasure Hunter
- Feb 25, 2020
- 1 min
Why Did The Hermit Crab Come Out Of The Shell?
Find out why this hermit crab came out of his shell.