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Insects
Natural History Museum Of Utah
Entomology
Mantises
Aposematic Coloration
Evolution
Venom
Eye Spots
Convergent Evolution
Citizen Science
Ant Diversity
Mutualisms
Fireflies
Hemiptera
Insect Biodiversity
Emerald Ash Borer
Invasive Species
Biodiversity
Cicadas
Natural Selection

From the Natural History Museum of Utah, Bug Note is a show about the wiggly, wild, and weird world of bugs. Bugs are everywhere, and in their strangeness and variety, they’re a spectacular evolutionary success story. They’re also vital to everything from healthy ecosystems to farming and food. In exploring the vast world of insects and other arthropods, host Daniel Potter bugs (ha!) experts like ... more

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Across the wild world of bugs, many groups of insects have evolved to use the same survival tool: venom. For some bugs, venom is a weapon used to kill or immobilize prey. For others, it’s a defensive weapon. On this episode of Bug Note, host Daniel P... more

If you’ve ever been stunned by the beauty of an orchid mantis or mesmerized by the clever camouflage of the Arizona bordered mantis, this episode of Bug Note is for you. There are more than 2,500 known species of mantis around the world, but new ones... more

Evolution is a fascinating (though sometimes strange) thing. When we look at the diverse animals around us, it can lead to questions, like, “Why did they adapt that way?” On this episode of Bug Note, host Daniel Potter is joined by the entomologist l... more

Sometimes bugs end up in places they don’t belong — invading ecosystems they’ve never been part of before. On this episode of Bug Note, host Daniel Potter chats with Christy Bills, NHMU's Invertebrate Collections Manager, about the impact of invasive... more

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Recent Guests

Jessica Worthen
research intern investigating exotic mantises
Natural History Museum of Utah
Episode: All That Is Mantis
Nicole Parish
Insect artist and content creator known for Sound of the Forest
Sound of the Forest
Episode: A Fascination With Bugs and Bug Art, featuring Nicole Parish
Lupe Hansen
West High School graduating senior, participant in Youth Teaching Youth program
West High School
Episode: Fact or Fiction
Jason Cryan
Entomologist and NHMU Director
Natural History Museum of Utah
Episode: Entomology
Jack Longino
Professor at the University of Utah who specializes in ant diversity
University of Utah
Episode: The Man Who Discovered a New Ant Species in His Backyard
Rob Dunn
Professor of applied ecology
Episode: EVERYWHERE
Christy Bills
Invertebrates Collections Manager
Natural History Museum of Utah
Episode: All You Bug Haters

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Daniel Potter
Host of Bug Note

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    If you are interested in the natural world and love bugs this podcast is for you. These single serving episodes are perfect for a little snack of science, knowledge and humor. Jason and Christie (and other guests) do a wonderful job of explaining the complex and sometimes scary world of bugs in an easy to listen to and fun way. I recommend this to anyone interested in expanding their knowledge about the bug world.

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    LanPhantom
    United States3 months ago

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Positive feedback highlights clear host narration and strong guest expertise, with approachable coverage of niche topics.
Listeners appreciate accessible explanations of complex bug biology and enjoy the blend of science with light, engaging storytelling.
The show is praised for being informative without being intimidating, and for bringing museum-level science to a broader audience.

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Why Adapt THAT Way?
Q: Why evolve wings?
Wings enable dispersal and a much wider range of activity, allowing insects to colonize new areas and exploit resources beyond their starting location.
Invasive Species
Q: What does monitoring for invasive species look like in practice?
Monitoring often uses pheromone traps in trees to attract insects and help authorities determine presence, so they can act to protect forests and urban canopies.
Invasive Species
Q: What is the emerald ash borer and why is it a concern?
The emerald ash borer is a beetle pest of ash trees that can kill ash trees in urban areas, threatening shade, habitat, and increasing costs for removal and replacement of trees.
Invasive Species
Q: What is the difference between an introduced species and an invasive one?
An introduced species is simply one that's in a place where it isn't native, while an invasive species is invasive if it causes harm or displaces native species, leading to ecological or economic damage.
Let Me Count the Bugs
Q: Why is the decline in insect biomass and biodiversity worrying, and what should people know about it?
Declines threaten food webs and ecosystem services insects provide, and while causes are debated, pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change are key factors; the takeaway is that human activities can significantly impact the natural world and its resilience.

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Bug Note explores the wiggly, wild world of insects and related arthropods through a science-forward lens. Episodes cluster around natural history, museum work, ecological roles, and public engagement with science—ranging from deep dives into entomology and biodiversity to citizen science, collecting practices, and bug-inspired culture. The show often features museum staff and academics alongside guest experts, blending accessible explanations with vivid anecdotes, field observations, and real-world applications for farming, conservation, and public understanding of the insect world. A standout trait is its ability to translate complex science into approachable stories, sometimes interweaving art, culture, and storytelling to broaden appeal... more

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2. Nicole Parish
3. Lupe Hansen
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6. Rob Dunn
7. Christy Bills

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