A home for bugs and creepy crawlies.
These are important lessons to learn, at any age.
Insects encourage pollination of flowers and vegetables and help defend the land from unhelpful bugs that would damage them.
When we think of creepy crawlies we often associate them to the countryside, big gardens and parks.
Not many people realize however, that creating homes for bugs within cities is really important too.
From planting trees to building bee sanctuaries for solitary bees, there is something in the air.
Richard Conniff, a National Magazine Award-winning writer, predicts there is an urban wildlife movement happening.
So how can I help?
I hear you say.So glad you asked!
We can start by building a bug hotel.
If you start to research Bug Hotels, you may well find monumental structures that look a little daunting.
What do I need to build one?
Will it be expensive?
That is half the fun of building a bug hotel.
It doesnt have to be expensive.
In fact the best ones are almost entirely free.
It is simple as that.
Can you give me some ideas of what we can use?
What key in of bugs may I see move into my Bug Hotel?
Basically, whether you live in a city, close to a city or in the countryside.
And just because we like a good pun, well end with one.
Why are As like flowers?
Because Bs come after them!
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