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Some call it “The Spanish Needle,” which, I suppose, invokes thoughts of pain and the Spanish Inquisition at the same time. Other negative epithets include “beggarticks.” Finally, a slightly more enlightened public calls it “butterfly needles” which acknowledges the positive aspect, albeit skeptical
I propose a simple solution: mow it after it goes to seed.
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Insects are the base of many food webs, act as pollinators, and assist in nutrient recycling.
application method and choose chemicals that have reduced effects on non-target species Mow
Standing in the Florida Museum’s backyard, eyes closed, face turned to the sunlight, you can hear a hushed murmur of thousands of insects dancing across the sea of wildflowers. This is not a manicured garden with neat beds of easily recognized plants from a big box store. Our Daniels Lab team has be
In 2020, Jaret and his team collaborated with UF Facilities Services to mow the area
Entomologist Akito Kawahara’s message is straightforward: We can’t live without insects. They’re in trouble. And there’s something all of us can do to help. Kawahara’s research has primarily focused on answering fundamental questions about moth and butterfly evolution. But he’s increasingly haunt
Mow less Cultivating natural habitat provides a home for beneficial predators, such
Get Involved! There are many things you can do at home and in your local community to help protect the natural habitats of south Florida. At Home! Recycle, reduce, and reuse! If your community does not have a recycling program, start one! Conserve water – more info below on how to conserve
Raise the lawn mower blade to at least three inches or to its highest level.
