#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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Oct 102019#bioPGH: Zugunruhe!
Zugunruhe is a German word to describe the “migratory restlessness period” experienced by migratory animals, particularly birds. Let's explore!
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Oct 032019#bioPGH: Fantastic Foliage and Where to Find It
We’re still around two to three weeks away from peak fall colors, but that should give us plenty of time to plan the perfect outdoor day to see them!
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Sep 262019#bioPGH Blog: What to Make of the Bird Decline Headlines
Headlines about major bird declines across the continent startled us this week - let's dig into the research to understand it a bit better.
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Sep 192019#bioPGH Blog: The Sounds of Late Summer
We are treated to a symphony of late summer insect calls this time of year - let’s explore a few of things we are hearing!
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Sep 062019#bioPGH Blog: Of Trash Pandas and Problem-Solvers
Let's see if we can understand our masked neighbors a bit more fully!
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Aug 292019#bioPGH Blog: An Ode to the Oaks
If ever there was a tree that represented strength, resilience, and splendor, it is the oak!
