#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!
-
Dec 072017#bioPGH Blog: Five Ways to Explore Nature in December
The temperature may be dropping, but nature is still bustling with activity and has something for everyone…you just have to look for it.
-
Nov 302017#bioPGH Blog: A Frog Winter’s Nap
Have you ever wondered where frogs go in the wintertime? Let’s explore!
-
Nov 222017#bioPGH Blog: A Turkey Tale
Thanksgiving's most famous bird was once threatened with extinction from habitat loss and exploitation. Let's explore this conservation success story!
-
Nov 162017#bioPGH Blog: Oak Galls
Have you ever seen galls on leaves or trees? Let’s explore what’s happening with them!
-
Nov 092017#bioPGH Blog: Oh Deer, Stuck in a Rut!
This time of year, deer are particularly active, and especially the males have thrown caution to the wind. What is going, one might ask? Short answer: breeding season.
-
Nov 022017#bioPGH Blog: Will-o’-the-wisps, the Haunt of the Swamp
Have you heard the old folklore about phantom lights called will-o'-the-wisps? In honor of this week’s night of haunts and ghouls, let’s explore this spooky sprite with a scientist’s eye!...
