Because I am a nerd (and a science writer), I wrote a little essay about two of my favorite things: moths and movie scores. (In this instance, Han’s Zimmer scores and pūriri moths) I hope you'll read it! bit.ly/48CoitQ

This lovely cross orb weaver made a massive web across my office window. Look at that cute little shadow she’s casting.

Did you know monarchs’ wings are pretty tiny immediately after they eclose? They pump fluid from their abdomens, which are noticeably swollen after they exit, to “inflate” them. This whole process took 30 minutes. 🧡 #invertefest

Bereft, verklempt, melting with sadness over Lee Corso’s last #collegegameday 🥹 #notsofast #osu

The only known population of a new species recently described from China has a “complete absence” of young individuals. “It will soon become extinct without protective measures,” researchers said. Read my latest on this @zse.pensoft.net study. #newspecies www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-...

My first time ever seeing the incredible Megarhyssa macrurus, or the long-tailed giant ichneumon wasp! Spotted her buzzing around our milkweed. Look at that ovipositor! She’s a beauty 💚 #invertefest 📍Salem, Massachusetts 👀 Aug. 25