When you hear the word “bug” you might think of a creepy, crawly critter that does more harm than good. Unfortunately, this misconception creates problems for the many insects which do good, including pollinators like butterflies and bees. “Most kinds of flowering plants are completely dependent on pollination by insects to produce fruit and seeds,” said Dr. Chris Barnhart, … [Read more...] about Cooperate not combat

Dr. Chris Barnhart from Missouri State University recently received the Missouri Department of Conservation Outreach and Education 2016 External Partnership Award for his work at the Springfield Nature Center. At the Nature Center, Barnhart, a distinguished professor of biology, provides lectures and other resources for interpretive programs about insect and pollination … [Read more...] about Giving back through nature