#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 022019#bioPGH Blog: Trillium Time
Trillium is in full bloom! But how old is the flowering plant you see along the trail?
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Apr 252019#bioPGH Blog: When Thinking About a New Pet, Wild Animals are Best Left in the Wild
An encounter with a cute box turtle reminded me of an important lesson: wild animals are best left in the wild.
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Apr 182019#bioPGH: Meet Pennsylvania’s State Amphibian!
It’s official! As of this past Tuesday, Pennsylvania has a state amphibian: the hellbender.
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Apr 112019#bioPGH Blog: The Striped and Stinky Style
Hold your nose and dive into the world of the striped skunk!
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Apr 042019#bioPGH: Nesting Time
One style does not fit all for birds' nests!
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Mar 282019#bioPGH Blog: Wild Onion or Garlic?
When a name game causes confusion, did I find a wild garlic or a wild onion?
