Insects
Events
-
-
Evening Firefly Watch at Greylock Glen
Greylock Glen 135 Gould Road, Adams, MA, United StatesLearn about fireflies and how best to view or gently catch and release these mystical glowing lights of summer. After a presentation about the unique lives of these diverse insects, take an evening walk in the meadows for firefly viewing…
-
Evening Firefly Watch
Berkshire Botanical Garden 5 West Stockbridge Rd., Stockbridge, MAExperience a magical summer firefly light show with Nicaela Haig of Mass Audubon as you learn about the lives and habitat needs of fireflies and view their ephemeral glowing light on Friday, June 27 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. After a…
-
Firefly Night at Sheep Hill
Sheep Hill 671 Cold Spring Rd, Williamstown, MAEnjoy the magic of the fireflies at Sheep Hill on a Saturday night! This annual favorite, open to all, is a good excuse for kids to stay up late, just this once. And for adults to enjoy some fun. Flying…
-
-
Noticing Nature: MiniBeast Hike & Seek
Thomas & Palmer Brook Reserve 305 State Road, Great Barrington, MAJoin Berkshire Natural Resources Council for an August adventure to explore the fascinating realm of minibeasts! Uncover the hidden wonders of the insect world and gain a deeper understanding of minibeast behavior, habitats, and the critical role they play in…
-
-
A Secret Neighborhood – Backyard Caterpillars in Your Autumn Landscape
OnlineJoin Massachusetts Pollinator Network for a presentation revealing the caterpillars whose ecosystems we inhabit and our role as neighbors, stewards, and champions of these incredible insects. We live surrounded by a world shaped by insects and few are more charismatic…
-
2025 Berkshire Biodiversity Day (Berkshire BioBlitz)
Greylock Glen Outdoor Center 135 Gould Road, Adams, MA, United StatesJoin Us for the 16th Annual Berkshire Biodiversity Day (Berkshire BioBlitz)! Berkshire Biodiversity Day, also known as Berkshire BioBlitz, invites nature lovers of all ages to join scientists, naturalists, and environmental educators in identifying as many species as possible—plants, animals,…
-
-
Virtual Firefly Symposium: Science, Conservation, and Education
OnlineJoin the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation for a free, three-day virtual symposium on firefly research and conservation in the United States and Canada. Each day of the symposium will consist of a three-hour webinar with about six presentations and…
-
Virtual Firefly Symposium: Science, Conservation, and Education
OnlineJoin the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation for a free, three-day virtual symposium on firefly research and conservation in the United States and Canada. Each day of the symposium will consist of a three-hour webinar with about six presentations and…
-
-
What You Choose to Plant Can Help Massachusetts’ Rare Bees . . . Or Not
OnlineNative bees have a 150 million year history with blooming plants. Not unexpectedly it has gotten complex. Many bees are extremely picky about the flowers they gather pollen and nectar from. Explore this pickiness and also point out that many…
-
-
Explore the Nighttime World of Caterpillars & Moths
OnlineThe Caterpillar Lab will present a photograph and video packed talk that explores the nighttime world of caterpillars, moths, and how to find them. Join us to learn how we can explore our own backyard habitats through the eyes of…