Insects’ fascinating ability to clone
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November 3, 2021
Did you know that insects were capable of cloning themselves, meaning having offspring without needing to breed with a partner? That’s called...Read more
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Do gardens foster biodiversity?
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September 15, 2021
The story of a scientific experience | Summer 2021 The recipe was simple: get day camp youngsters involved and introduce them to community research...Read more
Is a beautiful lawn beneficial for biodiversity?
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March 3, 2021
Whereas once they were idolized, beautiful lawns are on the way to having the grass cut from under them, so to speak . Today, grassed-over areas are...Read more
Backstage at the Jardin: Seeing to the health of plants in the greenhouses
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March 25, 2020
Phytoprotection – exactly what is that? The term, currently used in agriculture and horticulture in Québec, is apparently not an “official term” in...Read more
New insectivorous plants at the Jardin botanique!
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February 19, 2020
Mysterious and fascinating, insectivorous plants have always stirred people’s curiosity and enthusiasm. And recently, the Jardin botanique acquired...Read more
Rearing insects!
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December 18, 2019
When I talk about my work, most people are surprised that I can rear insects and make a career out of it. But in fact, there are many reasons for...Read more
Inspiring insects: using them to break ground
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August 7, 2019
Insects, through their numbers and their incredible adaptability, are a fabulous source of inspiration. As their decline makes itself felt more and...Read more
Backstage at the Insectarium: not your average spot!
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December 4, 2018
Working in what’s called backstage at the Insectarium is truly fascinating. Obviously you have to be fairly comfortable with the critters you find...Read more
Wonderful encounters in the garden
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August 23, 2017
One of the great pleasures of tending a flower or vegetable garden is being able to very closely observe life unfolding there in the most diverse...Read more
Insect invaders: the brown marmorated stink bug versus Alien
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June 28, 2017
Asian lady beetle , emerald ash borer , and lily leaf beetle – these colorful insects have made a home for themselves in Québec, but not for better,...Read more
