#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 122017#bioPGH Blog: On the Wings of Migration
Have you ever wondered how birds manage to fly such long distances on migration? From energetics to body size ratios, there is quite a lot involved, but wing shape is a good place to start. Let’s explore!...
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Oct 052017#bioPGH Blog: Corn on the Blog
Most of us would probably not recognize corn’s wild cousin if we saw it, especially when we consider all of the variation in modern corn, so lend an ear and let’s explore!
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Sep 282017#bioPGH Blog: The Plants Behind the Pumpkin Spice
It's pumpkin spice season! But what exactly are these delicious spices, and where do they come from? Let’s explore!
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Sep 212017#bioPGH Blog: The Botany in Action Fellows Meet Pittsburgh!
Phipps' Botany in Action Fellows visit Pittsburgh for a four-day blitz of science communication training!
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Sep 142017#bioPGH: An Apple for the Ages
There is quite a bit more than meets the eye for our classic autumnal fruit!
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Sep 072017#bioPGH Blog: A Place for the Birds
A recent paper in a scientific journal discusses the importance of both public and private lands for bird conservation. Let's explore!
