#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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#bioPGH Blog: Oh Deer, Stuck in a Rut!
This time of year, deer are particularly active, and especially the males have thrown caution to the wind. What is going, one might ask? Short answer: breeding season.
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#bioPGH Blog: Will-o’-the-wisps, the Haunt of the Swamp
Have you heard the old folklore about phantom lights called will-o'-the-wisps? In honor of this week’s night of haunts and ghouls, let’s explore this spooky sprite with a scientist’s eye!...
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#bioPGH Blog: Frosty Mornings
Have you ever wondered how frost forms? Grab a fuzzy scarf, and let’s explore!
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#bioPGH Blog: Circadian Rhythms
Since circadian rhythms have been making the news lately with the Nobel announcements, let’s look a little closer at what a circadian rhythm really is.
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#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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#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!