#bioPGH Blog
A resource of Biophilia: Pittsburgh, #bioPGH is a weekly blog and social media series that aims to encourage both children and adults to reconnect with nature and enjoy what each of our distinctive seasons has to offer. From the best times to plant seasonal flora and enjoy their peak blooms, to astronomical events and creatures to keep an eye and ear out for, Phipps will keep you in the know with what’s going on in our environment!
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May 212020#bioPGH Blog: Mockingbird or Catbird?
Have you ever been stumped by the mimic calls of catbirds and mockingbirds? Let's explore which bird you're hearing!
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May 142020#bioPGH Blog: Phlox or Dame’s Rocket?
In case anyone else has been confused like me, here are two different species of plants and how to tell them apart!
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May 082020#bioPGH Special Update: Asian Giant Hornet
We've allseen the headlines but there is no reason to panic!
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May 082020#bioPGH Blog: Murder Hornets, Bullfrogs, and Other Globetrotters
Let’s look a little more into the idea of non-native species, and see which of our own biota have become troublemakers abroad.
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Apr 302020#bioPGH Blog: Connecting to Nature on Tougher Days, Even from Indoors
Sometimes, getting outdoors is just not possible. Here are some ways to reconnect with the wild world.
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Apr 232020#bioPGH Blog: iNaturalist and the City Nature Challenge – Part Two
Celebrate Earth Day weekend this April 24-27 by taking part in the City Nature Challenge!
